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Arne Duncan Touted For Top Education Job By Current Secretary

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Chicago Sun-Times   |  Fran Spielman   |   December 11, 2008 04:32 PM

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Chicago Schools CEO Arne Duncan is a "visionary" school leader who would make a "great choice" as the new U.S. Education Secretary, incumbent Secretary Margaret Spellings said Thursday.

Joking that she doesn't want to "hurt his chances," Spellings nevertheless put in a plug for Duncan during a trip to Chicago to help Mayor Daley dole out $350,000 in merit pay to outstanding teachers and school employees.

"He's a terrific school leader. I consider him a fellow reformer and someone who cares deeply about students. He'd be a great choice," Spellings said during a news conference at Westcott Elementary School, 409 W. 80th St.


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Chicago Schools CEO Arne Duncan is a "visionary" school leader who would make a "great choice" as the new U.S. Education Secretary, incumbent Secretary Margaret Spellings said Thursday. Joking that s...
Chicago Schools CEO Arne Duncan is a "visionary" school leader who would make a "great choice" as the new U.S. Education Secretary, incumbent Secretary Margaret Spellings said Thursday. Joking that s...
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- pss seh I'm a Fan of pss seh permalink

Yes, He's really a very good school leader. I think him as a modern reformer and someone who really cares society. He'd be a good person to chose from.

    Favorite    Flag as abusive Posted 02:09 PM on 01/07/2009
- JDJase I'm a Fan of JDJase permalink

A Margaret Spellings endorsement does him more harm than good

    Favorite    Flag as abusive Posted 01:09 PM on 12/14/2008
- partyofone I'm a Fan of partyofone permalink

Arne Duncan would be an effective choice for educaition. Given the current turmoil in Chicago and Ilinois politics, PE Obama might be wise to stir clear of more appointments from home.

    Favorite    Flag as abusive Posted 09:27 AM on 12/14/2008
- theone718 I'm a Fan of theone718 permalink
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To tell the truth I don't know if that is very comforting. It seems like he is well on his way to getting the job though.

    Favorite    Flag as abusive Posted 11:00 AM on 12/13/2008
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