The U.S. Department of Education investigates systemic racial discrimination in Pinellas County Schools. Federal education officials had previously criticized the district for its five failing predominantly Black elementary schools.
Several Republicans joined Democrats to confirm John King for education secretary. King's main task is implementing the sweeping new education law.
A Senate committee approved John King for education secretary. He awaits a confirmation vote from the full Senate.
An Inspector General report says the Education Department misled the public about the misdeeds of student loan companies. Lawmakers are outraged over the mistreatment of military service members.
A group of Black women who were kicked off a train while touring wineries in Napa Valley are seeking justice.
President Barack Obama is feeling the pressure on the gay marriage issue. Vice-President Joe Biden is supporting gay marriage and so is the Secretary of Education, Arne Duncan and now people want to know where our president stands on the issue. Read more here:
Today Roland Martin spoke with Arne Duncan, discussing education in the 21st century and the steps our country needs to take in order to improve it. Click the play button below to hear the interview.
