- John Ubaldi
Master's Degree in National Security Studies from American Military University
Bachelor's Degree in Government from California State University, Sacramento
30-year veteran of the United States Marine Corps
Three combat tours in Iraq and Afghanistan
#1 Best-selling Author
John Ubaldi is the president and founder of Ubaldi Reports, which provides credible, political content addressing domestic and global issues resulting in a well-informed and knowledgeable citizen that can take responsible action of their own choice.
As a 30-year retired veteran of the United States Marine Corps with three combat tours in Iraq and Afghanistan, John has become a foremost authority on Civil Affairs as it relates to Counterinsurgency and Irregular Warfare and is an author in various military journals.
John's expertise in education policy stems from his deep understanding of how educational systems impact national security and economic prosperity. He has dedicated significant portions of his career to analyzing the shortcomings of the American education system and proposing concrete solutions.
The 2024 National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) revealed alarming trends:
Reading scores declined by 2 points for both 4th and 8th graders compared to 2022
Math scores showed a dramatic 7-point decline for 9-year-olds
Only 30% of fourth graders scored proficient or advanced in reading, down from 32% in 2022
The achievement gap between high and low-performing students continues to widen
"This decline in public education just didn't happen overnight but has been years in the making, but the Covid school lockdowns exacerbated an already disastrous educational achievement, especially harmful to black and Hispanic children."
-John Ubaldi
The United States continues to lag behind many developed nations in key educational metrics:
The Hidden Crisis in American Education.
While politicians claim progress, the data reveals a devastating decline in student achievement that threatens our nation's future.
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Whether you're interested in having John speak at your event, appear on your media program, or discuss education policy, he would be happy to connect with you.
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