Education A sensitive issue in Argentine society that could tarnish Milei's image: Cutbacks in public education

[Melibaires]

Many of us who support Milei in his entire management don't agree with this crazy idea of cutting back on public education, as surveys demonstrate. Although we continue to make sacrifices and endure all the increases because we understand the reasoning, we will not accept that public education be so mishandled. The UBA (University of Buenos Aires) is among the top 50 in the world. Why target education and not other sectors?

Do you know that there have been cuts in the special education sector? I know because a friend of mine is a teacher, and some students cannot attend school because the transportation service for disabled children, which is their only means of mobility, has been canceled. I believe education is an area that we must take care of

Tensa estabilidad libertaria: dengue y educación, los temas que minan la imagen de Milei

Un sondeo de Zuban Córdoba fue más allá de la economía y se centró en los temas que podrían hacer tambalear la "sólida" imagen positiva que conserva el Presidente. El manejo de la epidemia o los recortes en educación pública son algunos de los asuntos más criticados.

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Disapproval of the government's policy of freezing the university budget stood at 58.5% , a figure made up of those who "strongly disagreed" (50%) and "disagreed" (8.5%). . The data is completed by 20.9% of respondents who "strongly agreed", 17.5% who "agreed", and 3.1% who did not know.

However, when respondents were asked how much they agree with the phrase "public education is everyone's right and we must defend it" , 87.4% were in favor, a striking figure that includes those who still They approve Milei's management.

 

[jackL]

Today will be a historic march. Despite many seeking political advantage, it's an explicit demand from the students, and I hope they are heard. Education is everything, without it, we are nothing.

Las columnas masivas de estudiantes y docentes universitarios comienzan a llegar a la zona del Congreso

En reclamo de más presupuesto para gastos de funcionamiento y salarios de los profesores, las autoridades de la UBA y las universidades nacionales convocaron a una masiva marcha hacia Plaza de Mayo. La medida sumó apoyo del ámbito político y sindical

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Not only students will go, but everyone who supports public education, that is why it will be one of the most massive of Milei's administration.

 

[Fred58]

I think Milei will have a hard time with this issue, it is true that many of those who support him in his measures do not agree with this budget cut in education. I believe that his image will be negatively affected if he does not negotiate with the authorities of the universities.

 

[Traveler]

It is sad this big difference... not investing in education is the worst mistake.

Politics - Funds for universities: despite the increase in operating expenses specified yesterday, the total budget is 71% lower than in 2023 - Infobae

Funds for universities: despite the increase in operating expenses specified yesterday, the total budget is 71% lower than in 2023 - Infobae Source...

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[amyang]

At least he gave an encouraging message stating that he will guarantee the funds for education...

Politics - Javier Milei: “We are going to guarantee the funds for the universities and we are going to audit how they are used” - Infobae

Javier Milei: “We are going to guarantee the funds for the universities and we are going to audit how they are used” - Infobae Source: https://www.infobae.com/politica/2024/04/24/javier-milei-vamos-a-garantizar-los-fondos-para-las-universidades-y-vamos-a-auditar-como-se-utilizan/ April 24...

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[Lank]

Despite protests, lawmakers from the Freedom Advances and Pro parties failed to attend the debate on the increase in university budgets, resulting in a session failure due to lack of quorum.

Deputies fail to reach quorum for public university budgets - Buenos Aires Herald

Following the mass protest against budget cuts on Tuesday, a Lower House session to discuss them fell through

buenosairesherald.com

 

[GlasgowJohn]

One of the problems in the Argentine university system is the amount of cash spent on salaries to people who dont work one single day in the system.

The guys who manage the system are refusing the government's attempts to audit the whole personnel structure.

You really have to ask why they are refusing a simple audit process.

Or maybe not............

 

[Betsy Ross]

One of the problems in the Argentine university system is the amount of cash spent on salaries to people who dont work one single day in the system.

The guys who manage the system are refusing the government's attempts to audit the whole personnel structure.

You really have to ask why they are refusing a simple audit process.

Or maybe not............

Exactly. Milei's approach seems to be there is so much corruption that they almost have to stop all the payments and almost start all over. Too much fraud and abuse. Difficult to clean it all up.

 

[jackL]

Many things will change with Milei...Audits are strictly necessary to put an end to all this corruption.

Politics - The Government will seek to agree on audits with the universities and will propose that a “neutral technical” body intervene - Infobae

The Government will seek to agree on audits with the universities and will propose that a “neutral technical” body intervene - Infobae Source...

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[GlasgowJohn]

Many things will change with Milei...Audits are strictly necessary to put an end to all this corruption.

Politics - The Government will seek to agree on audits with the universities and will propose that a “neutral technical” body intervene - Infobae

The Government will seek to agree on audits with the universities and will propose that a “neutral technical” body intervene - Infobae Source...

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Audits are an absolute necessity.

The government should also be looking at the past few years to see who has been picking up a salary cheque for doing absolutely nothing.

 

[Vince]

Audits are an absolute necessity.

The government should also be looking at the past few years to see who has been picking up a salary cheque for doing absolutely nothing.

The problem will be once they do these audits, everyone will discover what a farce the entire system is. Absolutely audits are necessary but they probably should start building many more prisons now to house all that will get arrested.

 

[Vero]

The problem will be once they do these audits, everyone will discover what a farce the entire system is. Absolutely audits are necessary but they probably should start building many more prisons now to house all that will get arrested.

It seems like it is impossible to go after all the corruption but Milei wants to get rid of a lot of it to cut down on costs of funding all of these fake jobs. I wonder how far it will extend?

 

[Bill]

Audits are an absolute necessity.

The government should also be looking at the past few years to see who has been picking up a salary cheque for doing absolutely nothing.

Milei never talked about closing universities. The other side always tries to lie.

Milei says he will keep state universities, attacks the opposition

President Javier Milei faced the biggest demonstration of his adminitration yet on April 23 as protesters took to the streets nationwide support of public universities.

www.batimes.com.ar

 

[Fred58]

Audits are an absolute necessity.

The government should also be looking at the past few years to see who has been picking up a salary cheque for doing absolutely nothing.

I don't think it is something difficult to check, they should just take the initiative and also penalize those who handled with impunity.

 

[Melibaires]

It's a shame that they keep cutting funding for education. Public universities are a great asset here; in fact, people from many countries come to study. I understand the need for adjustments, but I believe this area is essential and should continue to operate at the same high level without any decline.

https://www.infobae.com/opinion/2024/07/31/la-universidad-publica-agoniza-por-la-motosierra-a-los-salarios/

 

[legend]

I insist that foreigners studying here at public universities should be charged a monthly fee. Just listen to that Chilean complaining about public and free education. In this country, many things need to be reorganized to make everything work properly. With what face is he making that complaint?

It’s a valid point to consider how public resources are allocated, especially when many countries face challenges in providing quality education. Charging a fee to international students could help alleviate some financial pressure on public institutions, particularly in places where funding is already strained.

https://twitter.com/x/status/1841500496781082912

 

[noname]

Colombians studying medicine here in Argentina for 10 years, do you have any idea how much that impacts the country’s budget? Not to mention, medicine is the most expensive degree to finance, meaning it creates a huge burden on the government. This is another reason why the government should implement a system for foreigners; only then can the economy improve and the budget be balanced.

https://twitter.com/x/status/1841559180060013015

 

[Betsy Ross]

Audits are an absolute necessity.

The government should also be looking at the past few years to see who has been picking up a salary cheque for doing absolutely nothing.

No doubt a lot of corruption and most likely theft of these funds. They should also stop paying the tuition for foreign students. If there is no money to pay the bills they need to get realistic with their budget.

 

[Digital Nomad]

Looks like Milei just vetoed to give more funds to the Universities. It's a good idea before giving them more money to do an audit on all the spending. Probably tons of fraud.

 

[Vero]

It's a good idea before giving them more money to do an audit on all the spending. Probably tons of fraud.

There is definitely fraud. I saw this today.

Only 0.62% of students graduated between 2020 and 2023. Each one cost the taxpayers $100,000,000.