The Shame of the Nation is a great book for anyone looking to broaden their awareness in regards to the educational inequalities which exist in our nation. Jonathan does a great job of vividly describing the conditions the "other" kids experience on a daily basis. Outdated textbooks, broken desks, and inept teachers and leaders are just a few of the obstacles many kids face in their pursuit of an education.
It is also interesting to note that as a powerhouse country, we have visited the moon and have managed to clone an animal, yet we can't seem to find a way to fix our educational system. This is preposterous. It truly is The Shame of our Nation.
