Dont' discount the value of learning a skilled trade.

[Belsnickel]

I'm in favor of teaching skilled trades. I've been in favor of reforming our education system to place more value on it, and have been a proponent of job training programs for those un(der)employed to fit the needs of the industries. Unfortunately, this will take money and it will take a massive effort from the ED as well as HHS and HUD. These are social programs and our politicians have been reluctant to spend money on these social programs and there is currently an attempt to crumble those three departments from within.

So, think about that when you step into a voting booth. Just sayin'.