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The GOP is saying that not everyone *needs* or *should* receive a college education. The world needs plumbers, painters, electricians, etc. and trade schools would better serve A LOT of students. BTW plumbers, roofers, and HVAC techs in my neck of the woods are clearing six figures if they're willing to work the hours and I do not live in a high cost area.
Fine, and I would agree (to a point). That said, it is undeniable that equality of opportunity is far less today than it was a few decades ago, in that:
- Gains in pay scales for jobs which require a college degree have consistently outstripped high school diploma jobs for decades (even with the awesome HVAC/plumbing jobs).
- Contrary to popular opinion, there simply aren't enough plumbing jobs. There are a LOT more barristas, cashiers, Uber drivers, maids, laborers, etc.
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The GOP can say whatever it wants. Reality has determined that college is a minimum requirement for a host of higher-paying jobs, and access to that is heavily determined by class/wealth. The valuation of that has driven costs upward.
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oldandslow: Dec 7, 17 23:31