# Betsy Devos on The No Agenda Show Betsy Devos comes up in 8 chapters across 7 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from January 2017 to September 2022. - **Chapters:** 8 - **Episodes:** 7 - **Discussed:** January 2017 – September 2022 - **Related topics:** [American Rescue Plan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/american-rescue-plan.md), [Anthony Fauci](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anthony-fauci.md), [Bernie Sanders](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bernie-sanders.md), [Caitlyn Jenner](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/caitlyn-jenner.md), [Charter Schools](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/charter-schools.md), [Confirmation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/confirmation.md), [Cultural Appropriation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cultural-appropriation.md), [Department Of Education](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/department-of-education.md), [Elizabeth Warren](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elizabeth-warren.md), [Elton John](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elton-john.md) ## Chapters 1–8 of 8 ### School Closures, Randi Weingarten and Trump - **Episode:** [1484: Do It For Ukraine](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1484-do-it-for-ukraine.md) - **Published:** 2022-09-08 - **Time:** 1:03:31–1:05:51 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1484-do-it-for-ukraine/chapter/school-closures-randi-weingarten-and-trump.md A dispute has emerged between the American Federation of Teachers president Randi Weingarten and former President Trump over responsibility for pandemic-era school closures. While Weingarten blames Trump for the resulting learning loss, Republicans point to 2020 Democratic efforts to block school reopenings. The Biden administration claims credit for current school operations via the American Rescue Plan, despite much of the funding remaining unspent. Keywords: randi weingarten, [school closures](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/school-closures.md), learning loss, [betsy devos](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/betsy-devos.md), [american rescue plan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/american-rescue-plan.md) ### School Reopening Debates and Regional Infection Frameworks - **Episode:** [1261: Infodemic](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1261-infodemic.md) - **Published:** 2020-07-19 - **Time:** 28:36–31:16 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1261-infodemic/chapter/school-reopening-debates-and-regional-infection-frameworks.md The debate over reopening K-12 schools involves conflicting stances from the Secretary of Education and governors like Gavin Newsom of California. Anthony Fauci suggested a "default position" of reopening where safe, using creative solutions like alternating classes or desk spacing in "iffy" areas. There is a political theory that keeping children home is a strategy intended to generate voter anger against Donald Trump. Keywords: [school reopening](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/school-reopening.md), [betsy devos](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/betsy-devos.md), [gavin newsom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gavin-newsom.md), [anthony fauci](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anthony-fauci.md), [k-12](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/k-12.md) ### Betsy DeVos, Bethune-Cookman University and Booing - **Episode:** [928: Watergate II](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/928-watergate-ii.md) - **Published:** 2017-05-11 - **Time:** 3:00:13–3:01:56 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/928-watergate-ii/chapter/betsy-devos-bethune-cookman-university-and-booing.md Education Secretary Betsy DeVos was loudly booed during a commencement speech at Bethune-Cookman University, a historically black college in Florida. Students turned their backs as she spoke, following her previous controversial comments regarding "school choice" and the origins of HBCUs. The university president threatened to mail degrees to students if the disruption continued. Keywords: [betsy devos](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/betsy-devos.md), bethune-cookman, [school choice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/school-choice.md), [florida](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/florida.md), [graduation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/graduation.md) ### School Vouchers and Education Reform - **Episode:** [908: Microbeads](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/908-microbeads.md) - **Published:** 2017-03-02 - **Time:** 2:39:13–2:41:45 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/908-microbeads/chapter/school-vouchers-and-education-reform.md The debate over school vouchers and charter schools was examined in the context of Education Secretary Betsy DeVos's appointment. Proponents argue vouchers allow parents to opt out of failing public systems, while critics maintain the policy undermines traditional public education. Keywords: [betsy devos](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/betsy-devos.md), [school vouchers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/school-vouchers.md), [nixon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nixon.md), [charter schools](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/charter-schools.md), [homeschooling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/homeschooling.md) ### School Cafeteria Quality and the Betsy DeVos Controversy - **Episode:** [907: Bias Response Team](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/907-bias-response-team.md) - **Published:** 2017-02-26 - **Time:** 1:28:02–1:30:24 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/907-bias-response-team/chapter/school-cafeteria-quality-and-the-betsy-devos-controversy.md The discussion shifts to the generally poor quality of American school lunches and the political backlash against Education Secretary Betsy DeVos. The hosts argue that the "unidentifiable crap" served in schools is a more pressing issue than the "appropriative" nature of the recipes. They conclude that the catering staff's attempts at diversity are being met with irrational hostility from student activists. Keywords: [betsy devos](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/betsy-devos.md), cafeteria act, [school lunch](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/school-lunch.md), [sushi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sushi.md), [cultural appropriation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cultural-appropriation.md) ### Donald Trump's Record on LGBTQ Issues - **Episode:** [898: Chain of Lies](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/898-chain-of-lies.md) - **Published:** 2017-01-26 - **Time:** 1:42:09–1:45:01 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/898-chain-of-lies/chapter/donald-trump-s-record-on-lgbtq-issues.md Supporters of the President point to his history of inclusion, such as hosting Elton John's wedding and allowing Caitlyn Jenner to use the bathroom of her choice at Trump Tower. They contrast his passionate mention of LGBTQ citizens at the Republican National Convention with the rhetoric of previous Democratic candidates. The segment also briefly mentions the appointment of Betsy DeVos and her family connections to Blackwater founder Erik Prince. Keywords: [caitlyn jenner](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/caitlyn-jenner.md), [elton john](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elton-john.md), [rnc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rnc.md), tony fabrizio, [betsy devos](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/betsy-devos.md), [eric prince](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eric-prince.md) ### Betsy DeVos, Confirmation Hearing and Qualifications - **Episode:** [897: Douchebag Disneyland](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/897-douchebag-disneyland.md) - **Published:** 2017-01-22 - **Time:** 2:14:07–2:18:18 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/897-douchebag-disneyland/chapter/betsy-devos-confirmation-hearing-and-qualifications.md Senator Elizabeth Warren questioned Education Secretary nominee Betsy DeVos on her lack of experience with the federal student loan system. The exchange highlighted DeVos's wealthy background and the debate over the necessity of the Department of Education, which was established in 1980. Keywords: [betsy devos](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/betsy-devos.md), [elizabeth warren](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elizabeth-warren.md), [department of education](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/department-of-education.md), [student loans](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/student-loans.md), [confirmation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/confirmation.md) ### Bernie Sanders, Oligarchy and Campaign Contributions - **Episode:** [897: Douchebag Disneyland](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/897-douchebag-disneyland.md) - **Published:** 2017-01-22 - **Time:** 2:18:18–2:20:34 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/897-douchebag-disneyland/chapter/bernie-sanders-oligarchy-and-campaign-contributions.md Senator Bernie Sanders challenged Betsy DeVos during her confirmation hearing regarding her family's massive contributions to the Republican Party. Sanders framed the appointment as a move toward an "oligarchic form of society" where billionaires control political life. Keywords: [bernie sanders](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bernie-sanders.md), [betsy devos](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/betsy-devos.md), [oligarchy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oligarchy.md), [republican party](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/republican-party.md), [wealth](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wealth.md) --- This is the markdown version of a page on The No Agenda Show for AI agents. 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