Lost Debate An Extremist FBI + Lessons From Memphis
Feb 25, 2025
Dorsey Hopson, the former superintendent of Shelby County Schools, shares insights from his experience overseeing a complex school merger and de-merger in Memphis. He discusses the political and socioeconomic tensions that influenced the process, emphasizing the importance of community and parental involvement in education. The conversation also touches on the dynamics of school choice and the challenges faced amid educational reforms, showcasing how local activism plays a crucial role in shaping quality education.
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Unconventional FBI Leadership
- The FBI's new leadership, Kash Patel and Dan Bongino, are unconventional picks with limited law enforcement experience.
- They've expressed extreme views, including conspiracy theories, raising concerns about the FBI's future and national security.
Rising Budget Deficits
- The House budget proposal will increase the 10-year deficit by $3.3 trillion.
- This, coupled with existing economic projections, points to a potential $4 trillion deficit within a decade.
School Choice Hypocrisy
- Sarah Carpenter confronted Elizabeth Warren about her children's schooling, exposing a potential hypocrisy around school choice.
- Warren implied her children attended public school, omitting her child's private school attendance.