Fix School Funding: Close Prop 13’s Corporate Loophole
Regarding: “Cities and schools facing big deficits and few good options”
As a student in California, I have seen firsthand how budget shortfalls impact education. Rising tuition, limited resources and underfunded public schools create barriers that make quality education seem like a privilege. As cities and school districts face growing deficits, the cycle of underinvestment continues.
Rather than relying on expense reductions by imposing crippling cuts or one-time fixes, we need long-term solutions. We can start by reforming Proposition 13’s commercial tax loopholes that allow corporations to rob our schools and communities of valuable money each year. Closing this gap could generate billions of dollars, ensuring schools remain funded without constant worry. If large corporations paid property taxes based on their actual value, California students like me wouldn’t have to worry about whether our schools can afford basic resources.
If we want a future where students thrive instead of struggle, we must prioritize long-term tax reform over temporary fixes.
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