How Chris Transitioned from the U.S. Coast Guard to Shaping Education Po...

In this powerful episode of Stories Worth Telling, Kate Steel sits down with former Connecticut State Representative and educational advocate Chris Soto for an inspiring and eye-opening conversation. From his service in the U.S. Coast Guard to his impactful work in education reform, Chris shares how his journey led him to found Higher Edge, a nonprofit helping first-generation students access and succeed in college. 

They discuss:

✔ Equity in education and college access

✔ His federal education work under the Biden Administration

✔ The dire state of Puerto Rico’s education system

✔ Why decentralization and teacher support are critical

✔ The threat of dismantling the U.S. Department of Education

✔ His passionate advocacy for Puerto Rican independence

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