Reality Check
Former Secretary of Education Rod Paige readily admits that it took some effort to adjust to “civilian” life.
Mr. Paige, who stepped down from the helm of the Department of Education in January, called the transition “really tough” during a chat in Washington after a March 15 panel discussion about the upcoming 40th anniversary of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act.
“It was traumatic,” said a seemingly relaxed Mr. Paige, wearing his trademark cowboy boots. “I’m just getting...
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