OPINION: Privatizing North Idaho College is a misguided approach
Christa Hazel
A few months ago, I highlighted the crucial role federal funds play at North Idaho College. Now, the Idaho GOP, with Trustee Todd Banducci's support, aims to defund higher education across Idaho, including NIC.
At their 2024 State Convention, held at NIC, the Idaho Republican Party voted to change their platform regarding education and the economy. It now states Idaho Republicans do not “support using taxpayer funding for programs beyond high school.” This extreme approach seeks to end all public funding for higher education, which is both misguided and harmful.
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