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#189 What’s Driving the Republican Party’s Radical Shift on Education?
Dec 19, 2024
Heath Brown, an Associate Professor of Public Policy and expert on homeschooling, delves into the GOP's radical shift in education practices. He discusses how the party has transitioned from a business-minded approach to prioritizing private, religious schooling and homeschooling. The conversation touches on the historical roots of this transformation, grassroots activism's role, and the implications for future educational policies. Brown also highlights the intertwining of capitalism and education reform, raising concerns about student performance amid these changes.
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- The Republican Party's recent shift towards promoting private religious schools and homeschooling reflects a strategic change in educational policy priorities.
- Grassroots movements, particularly homeschool collectives, have significantly influenced broader conservative activism, revealing the interplay between education reforms and political mobilization.
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The Rise of Micro Schools and Parental Choice
The concept of micro schools is gaining traction, exemplified by the establishment of Abundance, a religious micro school in Mississippi. Parents pay a monthly fee for their children to attend, emphasizing a trend toward unregulated educational options. This movement towards parental choice is particularly appealing to those on the far right, who previously might have rejected such ideas. The current political climate reflects a shift in acceptance of educational deregulation, indicating a broader societal change in attitudes toward traditional public schooling.
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