Have You Heard #162 State of Emergency
Aug 29, 2023
North Carolina's state of emergency for public schools highlights the attack on education and the right-wing takeover. The chapter explores the challenges and motivations behind the threats to public education. Hunt's impact on education is discussed, emphasizing the economic argument. Despite the challenges, there is hope for a brighter future as the hosts encourage organizing and pushing back. They reflect on listener feedback and express their goals of reaching a wider audience.
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Teachers Battle Constant Challenges
- Justin Parmenter likens defending public education in North Carolina to fighting endless waves of opponents.
- The continual appearance of new policy threats makes advocacy exhausting but essential.
Minority Rule in NC Politics
- North Carolina is experiencing a far right-wing takeover despite being politically moderate overall.
- Extreme gerrymandering has resulted in minority rule and policies unpopular to most citizens.
Education Undermining Limits Mobility
- Undermining public education restricts upward mobility by destabilizing a key vehicle for economic advancement.
- Wealthy individuals benefit while young families and communities lose access to economic opportunity.