Amna Nawaz
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What's behind the decade-long 'learning recession' for American students
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May 22, 2026
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8:50Now PlayingAs the school year is coming to a close, a new analysis shines another harsh spotlight on what’s being called a “learning recession” for American students. It's a problem that started long before the pandemic, according to the latest National Education Scorecard. William Brangham discussed more with Thomas Kane.
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