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Financial literacy 101

Avatar: LWVNYC LWVNYC 11/17/2025 12:48
Idea Submission for The People's Money:
I believe money should be put into education to add financial literacy classes in elementary/middle schools so kids can get a fall understanding of how money works in our society.
What is the problem your idea aims to address?
To add more financial literacy classes to elementary/middle schools so children can have a full understanding of money.
Which groups does your idea focus on? Select all that apply
Youth (under 24)
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