NAMBE, NM. - U.S. House Assistant Speaker Ben Ray Lujan (D-N.M.) issued the following statement on the nomination of Dr. Miguel Cardona as the next Secretary of Education:
"Despite the best efforts of teachers and families, students in New Mexico and across the country have been hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic. For Hispanics and other students of color, this crisis has widened the longstanding achievement gap. Students need an experienced leader to spearhead the reopening of America's schools and help them make up for lost time," said Lujan. "President-elect Joe Biden has made a strong and historic choice in Dr. Miguel Cardona. He is a highly-experienced administrator who understands what students are going through and is committed to their success, and I look forward to working with him to support students, families, and educators."