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U.S. Chamber of Commerce Holds Education Forum

Washington, DC
Tuesday, February 19, 2013

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce held a discussion on education, focusing particularly on how to help students make the transition from graduation to employment.

Margaret Spellings, Secretary of Education under George W. Bush (2005-2009), joined business leaders and students to discuss how the two sides can engage with each other to improve job prospects.

Updated: Tuesday, February 19, 2013 at 1:40pm (ET)

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