Republican leaders in Congress are rushing to vote this week on a bill that robs women, children, and families of their health care, food, and education – while giving new and costly tax breaks to billionaires.
Education Secretary Urges States to Ban Corporal Punishment in Schools
“Not only does corporal punishment inflict pain and injury, it also stifles students’ ability to learn,” said Fatima Goss Graves, a senior vice president at the National Women’s Law Center. “Policymakers must eradicate violence against schoolchildren and instead foster learning environments that are safe and productive.”