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flag Ohio GOP candidate Vivek Ramaswamy proposes merging 36 state colleges to cut costs and boost efficiency, sparking debate over access and equity.

flag Ohio Republican gubernatorial candidate Vivek Ramaswamy has proposed consolidating the state’s 36 colleges and universities to reduce duplication and cut bureaucracy, aiming to lower tuition and improve efficiency. flag While clarifying he does not intend to eliminate institutions, his plan has sparked debate over access and equity, especially given Ohio’s long-standing goal of ensuring a public college within 30 miles of every resident. flag The state has seen a 12% enrollment decline since 2012, fueling calls for reform, but concerns remain about the impact of consolidation on regional access and educational diversity.

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