Mike Huckabee’s life-long commitment to music and arts education was on full display with his passionate response to an education question during a recent debate.
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Well it was a bit … Well it was a bit ambiguous, but I think he meant that music and art should be SERIOUSLY EXPANDED not cut back becuase they are good programs for ALL kids. Everyone benefits. It’s the idea that “a rising tide lifts all boats.” Even though your kids may not be interested in art or music, they will develop the brain and help kids become more aware of their environment. So need more art in schools.
Federal government … Federal government stays out of the issue. Doesn’t have the constitutional authority to say a word. How else do you avoid Federal regulation of State schools?
By working with the … By working with the states and sharing best practices and models while the president uses the bully pulpit to bring the issue before the public.
He just said two … He just said two completely different things in the same sentence. What exactly is this “weapon of mass instruction”??? Doesn’t sound to me like the role of the federal government. Sounds like code for throwing more money into the department of education. How else do you ensure music and art is taught in every school? Think about that.
Did you even listen … Did you even listen? State issue… Fed has a role in sharing best practices. At least try to comprehend what is being said before you make a comment.
And so… the role … And so… the role of the federal government is to unleash weapons of mass instruction? Or to play a limited role? Which is it, Mr. Huckabee?
Tell me where in … Tell me where in the Constitution it says that. The only thing the federal government should do wih education is provide limited block grants to states that apply for federal aid. Huckabee wants to make mandatory programs and that is unconstitutional.
I agree! Cong. … I agree! Cong. Tancredo’s comment was the quote of the week from American’s for the Arts and shows just how out of touch he he is with what is actually being promoted… let alone the fact that he fails to understand the benefits that an education in music and the arts provide to ALL students!
Brak2002… did you … Brak2002… did you not even watch the video? He states it is a state issue but the Federal Gov’t DOES play a role in sharing and supporting “best practices.” Maybe you should view it again.
Maybe Huckabee … Maybe Huckabee should be governor some more so he can improve Arkansas’ schools. The federal government isn’t suppose to create all of these programs the Huckster is talkin’ about. Let’s leave the decision making up to the states.
Mike Huckabee’s life-long commitment to music and arts education was on full display with his passionate response to an education question during a recent debate.
April 1st, 2010 at 2:26 pm
“Imagination is …
“Imagination is more important than knowledge.” – Albert Einstein
April 1st, 2010 at 2:26 pm
dude you are an …
dude you are an idiot..
Stupid… or maybe you are just purposely ignoring the truth.
April 1st, 2010 at 2:26 pm
Well it was a bit …
Well it was a bit ambiguous, but I think he meant that music and art should be SERIOUSLY EXPANDED not cut back becuase they are good programs for ALL kids. Everyone benefits. It’s the idea that “a rising tide lifts all boats.” Even though your kids may not be interested in art or music, they will develop the brain and help kids become more aware of their environment. So need more art in schools.
April 1st, 2010 at 2:26 pm
Federal government …
Federal government stays out of the issue. Doesn’t have the constitutional authority to say a word. How else do you avoid Federal regulation of State schools?
April 1st, 2010 at 2:26 pm
You did not address …
You did not address the question. What is his position on music and arts education in our schools? Specifically!
April 1st, 2010 at 2:26 pm
By working with the …
By working with the states and sharing best practices and models while the president uses the bully pulpit to bring the issue before the public.
Think about THAT!
April 1st, 2010 at 2:26 pm
No department of …
No department of education.
April 1st, 2010 at 2:26 pm
He just said two …
He just said two completely different things in the same sentence. What exactly is this “weapon of mass instruction”??? Doesn’t sound to me like the role of the federal government. Sounds like code for throwing more money into the department of education. How else do you ensure music and art is taught in every school? Think about that.
April 1st, 2010 at 2:26 pm
Did you even listen …
Did you even listen? State issue… Fed has a role in sharing best practices. At least try to comprehend what is being said before you make a comment.
April 1st, 2010 at 2:26 pm
And so… the role …
And so… the role of the federal government is to unleash weapons of mass instruction? Or to play a limited role? Which is it, Mr. Huckabee?
Talk about politics of parsing.
April 1st, 2010 at 2:26 pm
Tell me where in …
Tell me where in the Constitution it says that. The only thing the federal government should do wih education is provide limited block grants to states that apply for federal aid. Huckabee wants to make mandatory programs and that is unconstitutional.
April 1st, 2010 at 2:26 pm
And his position on …
And his position on music and the arts in our schools is….
April 1st, 2010 at 2:26 pm
I agree! Cong. …
I agree! Cong. Tancredo’s comment was the quote of the week from American’s for the Arts and shows just how out of touch he he is with what is actually being promoted… let alone the fact that he fails to understand the benefits that an education in music and the arts provide to ALL students!
Mike does… Go Mike Go!
April 1st, 2010 at 2:26 pm
Yes, he is a …
Yes, he is a wonderful communicator… speaks from the heart, speaks wisely and speaks the truth.
April 1st, 2010 at 2:26 pm
Huckabee=master …
Huckabee=master communicator
April 1st, 2010 at 2:26 pm
Somebody just …
Somebody just commented without actually listening to what he said.
I love how Mike later owned Tancredo when he tried to say the same thing.
April 1st, 2010 at 2:26 pm
These negative …
These negative Huckabee attacks?….Hmmm,
THEY CAN “RON” BUT THEY CANNOT HIDE!
April 1st, 2010 at 2:26 pm
Brak2002… did you …
Brak2002… did you not even watch the video? He states it is a state issue but the Federal Gov’t DOES play a role in sharing and supporting “best practices.” Maybe you should view it again.
April 1st, 2010 at 2:26 pm
Maybe Huckabee …
Maybe Huckabee should be governor some more so he can improve Arkansas’ schools. The federal government isn’t suppose to create all of these programs the Huckster is talkin’ about. Let’s leave the decision making up to the states.
April 1st, 2010 at 2:26 pm
I am a music …
I am a music student and I must say, the man is RIGHT ON TARGET. Go Huckabee