It would be difficult to argue against the fact that education is one of the most important values in society even in the strained economic circumstances. Without proper education it is impossible to imagine a prosperous future of a given nation. Education starting from the most basic pre-school levels paves the way for people to become highly trained specialists in the future and is a solid foundation for a healthy economy and civil society.
There are many approaches to education in the world and many educational systems that vary from country to country. But most nations understand that education should be free for all people if they cannot afford to pay for their studies. Some free systems of education are working well, others are producing less satisfactory results. But everyone understands that even some sort of education is better than no education at all. That is why it is alarming to see that some governments cut spending on education as a way to fight economic depression. This is an erroneous and dangerous way to go as without education the future of society is dim and devoid of hope. Under no circumstances should the future of any nation be jeopardized in this way. Education is the only way for this world to thrive.