David Osborne

David Osborne, director emeritus of the Reinventing America’s Schools Project and former senior advisor to Al Gore, discusses the proposed Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) backed by Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy. He compares it to Clinton's reform efforts and examines the difficulties of implementing efficiency in federal processes. Osborne highlights challenges in workforce management, the role of Congress, and the importance of GAO in driving accountability. Their conversation sheds light on the complex landscape of governmental reform and public sector challenges.

David Osborne, former director of the Reinventing America's Schools Project and filmmaker of the documentary 'Turnaround', dives into the remarkable transformation of New Orleans schools after Hurricane Katrina. He reveals the dire pre-Katrina conditions, the radical shift to charter schools, and the unique operational aspects that empower these institutions. Osborne discusses the measurable successes like improved graduation rates and the ongoing support from parents. He also tackles the complex dynamics with teachers' unions and the human costs of school closures.