Episode 127 • • 30:06 - 32:42
127: Poppy Futures Blooming
Obama National School Address, Education Talking Points
President Barack Obama scheduled a live broadcast to address students nationwide on September 8th, 2009. The Department of Education released preparatory materials for teachers, including questions about the President's role and goals. Critics argue the address and the accompanying "talking points" represent a form of political overreach or "rah-rah" cheerleading within the public school system.