The Chronicle of Higher Education

Governors' Races Focus on College Affordability

By JOSEPH GIDJUNIS

The top position in 11 states is up for grabs next month, but higher education has been only a passing issue for most candidates, who have focused mainly on jobs, health care, and elementary- and secondary-school reform.

The only higher-education issue that has been discussed by candidates in every state is the affordability of public...

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