In this episode of The Miller Report: Real Clear Journalism, we break down the "Southern Surge" in public education, spotlighting a new RealClearInvestigations article by Vince Bielski. From dramatic gains in literacy to rising national rankings, states like Louisiana and Mississippi are proving that meaningful reform is possible — even with limited resources. We explore how phonics-based instruction, accountability, and local leadership are reshaping classrooms and what it means for the future of education nationwide. Can blue states find the same success? Plus, how proposed federal cuts could affect this momentum.

Vince’s full article can be found here.