STEM – adj. stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics
catalyst – n. a person or event that quickly causes change or action
cabinet – n. the presidents group of advisors that head administration departments
slash – v. to reduce (something) by a large amount
funding – n. the amount of money provided for something
stance – n. a publicly stated opinion — usually singular
predecessor – n. a person who had a job or position before someone else
select – v. to choose
patriotic – adj. having or showing great love and support for your country : having or showing patriotism
uphill battle – phrase. refers to something that will be very difficult to do