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The History of the School Choice Movement with Corey DeAngelis

1819 News: The Podcast

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The Impact of Teachers Union on Education and School Choice in Alabama

The prevailing system incentivizes poor performance in schools by rewarding them with more funds based on their failure. Investigation revealed the Alabama Education Association (AA) giving substantial political contributions to Republican candidates, despite the party's suggestion against taking money from the National Education Association (NEA) or its affiliates. The influence of teacher unions on legislators has hindered progress on implementing school choice in Alabama. Exposing unethical behavior, like a teacher moonlighting as a drag queen and strategically placing LGBTQ materials in classrooms, has underscored the need for alternatives like the Christ-centered school Cornerstone in Birmingham. By shedding light on these issues, showcasing alternatives, and opposing the resistance to school choice, local activists have effectively challenged the status quo and made a significant impact in Alabama.

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