Amber Northern of the Fordham Institute advocates for reimagining and rebuilding the federal Institute of Education Sciences (IES) following potential cuts by the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). She emphasizes the value of federal education research in informing policy and practice. The discussion focuses on maintaining high-quality, nonpartisan research amid budget reductions.
Key Points
- Amber Northern supports rebuilding IES post-DOGE cuts to preserve federal education research.
- Emphasizes the need for reimagined, efficient federal research to support evidence-based education policies.
- Highlights the importance of nonpartisan data for K-12 and higher education improvements.
Implications for Educational Freedom
This perspective could support educational freedom by ensuring access to reliable federal research data that informs school choice and voucher programs, potentially empowering parents with evidence-based options. However, advocating for rebuilding federal structures might conflict with efforts to reduce government overreach in education.
