Milwaukee's Lead Crisis

Wisconsin's public education system is experiencing a severe crisis marked by school closures, public protests, and exposed ramifications of prolonged underfunding. The crisis began with budget cuts prompting school building closures, sparking widespread outrage. Parents, teachers, and community members have organized demonstrations to protest the cuts and advocate for increased funding. The situation has highlighted the detrimental effects of chronic underfunding, including potential budget deficits. The specific district at the center of the crisis is grappling with the impact of significant cuts and underfunding. The school board approved millions of dollars in cuts to the budget and is proposing to implement even more. The community is fighting back against the cuts, but the district is claiming financial issues and saying that they need to make the cuts. find the original article here: https://www.wsws.org/en/articles/2025/05/31/3358-m31.html