>>IMO, College IS MEANT for everyone. Just like healthcare, it should be a fundamental right to be able to receive education.
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>In general, I agree with the idea, but I'd qualify what you said- just a little bit.
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>I'd say it should be a fundamental right to have the opportunity to receive an education, given some effort.
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>I see the education process as having two purposes, in order of importance:
>-Selecting out those people who can meet standards
>-Imparting knowledge.

I'd reverse the order.....