What People Really Think About the Cuts to NYC Education

On this weeks Pulse, host Lauren Hawker attends a rally of NYC teachers protesting proposed budget cuts and layoffs. The atmosphere was highly charged with thousands of attendees and even Rev. Al Sharpton giving an inspirational speech. To wrap up the story, and learn more about the causes of the proposed cutbacks, Lauren meets with Radio Dispatch DJ’s, Molly and John Knefel.

Featured song: “We Need a Myth” by Okkervil River.

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