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I had a wonderful time with Ross on The Authority Podcast where I got to share about my book Teacher By Teacher, coming April 29. It is a love letter to the teachers who saved me and shaped my life. Listen here: authoritypodcast.net/episodes/tea...

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The Teacher by Teacher book tour is happening—and I’m visiting cities that have shaped my journey. I’ll be sharing stories, listening, and talking about how educators change lives. Hope to see you there. Tour details + RSVP here: tinyurl.com/muzrrhjf

Millions of American students and their families rely on the Department of Education to ensure they get a fair shot at the American dream. Dismantling it would have serious and long-lasting consequences for our democracy.
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'Acting with a meat cleaver': Fmr. Education Secy. on Trump trying to dismantle Dept. of Ed President Trump is expected to issue an executive order to dismantle the Department of Education, according to the Wall Street Journal. Former Secretary of Education John King, Jr. joins José Díaz-Bal...

We should be focused on improving student outcomes to make sure our students—all of our students—are prepared for college and for the careers of the 21st century. Education is key not only to personal success, but to the success, security, and competitiveness of the USA
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Loving Olga Dies Dreaming by Xochitl Gonzalez. The novel, by a Puerto Rican woman who grew up in Brooklyn, explores questions of identity, power, and resilience. A must-read for anyone who has ever questioned what true success really means.
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What it would mean to eliminate the Education Department President Trump says he wants to eliminate the Department of Education. NPR speaks with two former education secretaries to dig into what this means and whether it's possible.

In my recent @npr.org interview alongside former Sec of Ed Margaret Spellings, we discussed the important role of the Ed Department and our shared commitment to putting students first. Listen to our conversation on the urgent need to improve outcomes for all students: www.npr.org/2025/02/21/n...

Arne Duncan and John King: Musk and Trump Are at War With Public Education (Opinion) Two former ed. secretaries explain what’s at stake in dismantling the U.S. Department of Education.

Over 80% of U.S. students attend public schools. Attacks on public education put them at risk. Arne Duncan and I discuss the importance of protecting public education for our children’s future and why we need to support educators and families in this critical moment. www.edweek.org/policy-polit...

This Black History Month, I’m honoring my uncle William “Dolly” King, a trailblazer in basketball, football, and baseball. As the first African American in the NBL post-WWII, his resilience broke barriers. His story reminds me of the power of mentorship & perseverance. #BlackHistoryMonth

Opinion | My family went from being enslaved to serving in the White House. You can’t erase our history. We cannot afford to continue to sanitize history to bury generations of shameful truths.

This #BlackHistoryMonth I’m reflecting on my Uncle Hal, a Tuskegee Airman who risked his life for a country that didn’t always see his humanity. From my great-grandfather’s enslavement to serving as Secretary, history reminds us of how far we’ve come, and how far we have to go. tinyurl.com/ywaedyhb

Two families — one black, one white — shared a harrowing history. Then they met. The Kings knew their family had once been enslaved. Now, they've befriended the descendants of the enslaver.

After a Washington Post article about my family history, an agent reached out about turning my story into a book. Teacher by Teacher comes out April 29th, and I’m grateful to share how educators helped shape my journey. Hope it resonates with you. Book in bio. www.washingtonpost.com/history/2019...

Thank you, Pam! Thank you for your service to education as well.

Thrilled to announce my book, Teacher by Teacher, out 4/29/2025 with @hachettelibrary.bsky.social. A tribute to the teachers who shaped me during my toughest days. Join me in celebrating the power of teachers. Pre-order now: www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/john-...

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