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Investing in Education and Research

Strengthening education, research, and development to maintain American innovation leadership.

Education

Overview

Zakaria Kortam will champion increased investment in education, research, and development with a focus on practical, life-ready curriculum. Students need financial literacy, advanced technical courses, and life skills to succeed in the modern economy.

The Challenge

American education fails to prepare students for real-world success. Graduates lack financial literacy, practical life skills, and technical expertise needed for high-paying careers. Research institutions struggle to compete internationally without adequate funding.

The Solution

Invest heavily in schools and curriculum development. Offer mandatory financial literacy courses, advanced technical training, and life skills education in high schools. Increase funding for STEM education, vocational training, and university research.

Impact & Results

Invest in comprehensive school and curriculum development

Provide mandatory financial literacy and life skills courses

Expand advanced technical and STEM education programs

Increase research funding for American innovation

Prepare students for successful careers and financial independence

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EducationSTEMResearch & DevelopmentWorkforce Training
Zakaria Kortam for Congress | CA-18 2026