Providence Mayor Defends Massive Teacher Layoffs, Budget Cuts
As part of Tell Me More's focus on cities and states in economic crisis, guest host Farai Chideya explores efforts by Providence, Rhode Island to fill a $70m deficit. In a move that has angered educators and teacher unions, the city last issued termination notices to nearly two thousand teachers. Chideya speaks with Providence Mayor Angel Tavares about the decision and the city's plan to meet its budget shortfall.