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Rahm Emanuel made an appearance in a state he has praised for its education turnaround. The former Chicago mayor and U.S. ambassador to Japan has touted what is sometimes called the 鈥淢ississippi Miracle鈥 鈥 a jump from almost last place in reading to 9th in a decade. While some researchers say other factors have played a role, Mr. Emanuel has commended the state鈥檚 focus on teacher training and phonics.
