LANSING, Mich. (WLNS) -- Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan, who is running in next year’s gubernatorial race, says Michigan’s education system is “broken” and offered a bold plan to fix it.

“Michigan’s education system has been in crisis for decades,” Duggan said in a statement. “We’re spending record amounts on our schools, yet our kids are falling further behind. It’s time for a plan that focuses on results, not politics, one that ensures every child can read and every student leaves school with a skill or career path.”

Duggan mentioned that Michigan schools are No. 44 in proficiency and 41% of schools are “CTE deserts,” meaning career and technical education is less than expected. He is likely referring to the NAEP results, also known as The Nation’s Report Card, where fourth-grade students r

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