New York's elite public schools at risk as socialist mayoral...

New York's elite public schools at risk as socialist mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani targets admissions test

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New York City's elite specialized public high schools face potential upheaval as socialist mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani targets the Specialized High School Admissions Test (SHSAT). Mamdani aims to abolish the merit-based exam to address segregation and inequality. However, critics warn this move could harm low-income talented students who depend on the test to access top-tier education. The debate highlights a critical challenge in balancing equity and academic excellence in the US education system.

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