"Present Tense, Future Perfect" takes listeners into the heart of America's education system, revealing how the challenges facing our schools directly impact the health of our democracy. Hosted by veteran education documentarian Sally Nellson, each episode features candid conversations with educators on the front lines of this cultural and political battleground. From the fight for inclusive classrooms to the struggle against historical censorship, this podcast connects the dots between what happens in our schools and the future of our nation. With its unique "2025 Vision Test" segment, the show examines how current education policies and reform proposals could reshape our democratic landscape. "Present Tense. Future Perfect" isn't just about education – it's about the future of American democracy itself.

Present Tense, Future Perfect: Exploring democracy from education to action.
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"Present Tense, Future Perfect" takes listeners into the heart of America's education system, revealing how the challenges facing our schools directly impact the health of our democracy. Hosted by veteran education documentarian Sally Nellson, each episode features candid conversations with educators on the front lines of this cultural and political battleground. From the fight for inclusive classrooms to the struggle against historical censorship, this podcast connects the dots between what happens in our schools and the future of our nation. With its unique "2025 Vision Test" segment, the show examines how current education policies and reform proposals could reshape our democratic landscape. "Present Tense. Future Perfect" isn't just about education – it's about the future of American democracy itself.
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