-Thompson praises Bloomberg’s call to transform Career and Technical education-

New York City Comptroller William C. Thompson, Jr. issued the following statement about Mayor Bloomberg’s State of the City today:

“It was an encouraging speech that highlighted the Mayor's accomplishments to date and conveyed his continued commitment to build on his record. The mayor has taken a responsible and realistic approach to addressing the city's future amid an uncertain economy.

I am further pleased that Mayor Bloomberg highlighted the need to strengthen the city’s commitment to career and technical education within the public school system. Last October, my office issued a report identifying the potential of Career and Technical education programs to give our youth solid, marketable skills. Together, we must all work to create a sense of hope among the young people who will comprise the city’s future labor force.”

You can view Thompson’s report at www.comptroller.nyc.gov.

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