Confidence in U.S. Higher Education Declines After Brief Recovery, Gallup Poll Shows
A Gallup poll reveals that only 38% of Americans express strong confidence in higher education, citing concerns over cost, political bias, and job readiness.
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A Gallup poll reveals that only 38% of Americans express strong confidence in higher education, citing concerns over cost, political bias, and job readiness.
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