That, in turn, attributes to greater poverty problems, leading to greater social problems down the line. Alternatives exist besides simply eliminating education funds. Smith already has proposed one to accompany the cuts. That option is eliminating school buildings. If buildings are not filled to capacity, it makes sense to close them down.
Many schools are old and have high maintenance and repair costs.
While that may seem like a small step, it is a step that will not negatively affect the education level. The government also needs to look toward ciphering small amounts of money from other places to boost education funding. Education is our most precious resource. With education comes raised social consciousness. Education leads to jobs and brings more revenue into circulation.