In this update, I share a contemporary example of political rhetoric that sets educational social objectives stated by U.S. President Joe Biden's 2023 State of the Union address. the good thing about this speech is, He emphasized the importance of education as a central element for economic growth, equity, and national competitiveness.

"Let’s give public school educators a raise. Let’s give every child a chance to succeed. Let’s fund school counselors, so kids get the mental health support they need. Let’s ensure every student can access high-speed internet."

One of these is the Raising Teacher Salaries which aims to improve the quality of education by addressing teacher shortages and attracting more qualified professionals into the field.  also, Providing Mental Health Support, The focus on mental health is timely and essential, particularly post-pandemic when students face increased levels of anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges. School counselors are a critical element in this, but the proposal does not provide concrete steps or funding mechanisms for how these counselors would be distributed across schools, especially in underserved areas. Mental health support in schools is often underfunded, so simply calling for more counselors doesn't fully address systemic issues like the shortage of trained professionals in schools or how they would be integrated into the education system. Lastly, Ensuring Access to High-Speed Internet, this objective reflects a critical need for educational equity, especially in rural and low-income urban areas where students often lack reliable internet access. The COVID-19 pandemic showed how vital access to technology is for educational success, yet proposals often fall short of providing a long-term, sustainable infrastructure.