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Originally posted by Exquisite5
I am curious. Why do you think we have public education? Do you think the purpose is still timely? Should it be abolished and just give vouchers to everyone? Sincerely, curious...
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I'd like to see vouchers given a major trial.
Many of our public schools have gotten so politically correct that real learning is sacrificed. Locally, at Cross Keys HS, in the midst of major bunches of Latinos, Asians, etc. (probably 25% white), they have almost monthly festivals celebrating the holidays of Mexico, Korea, Japan, Hawaii, etc. The greatest American holiday, Christmas, is totally ignored. Not a tree in the building.
Vouchers might also be a way to trim the power of the Teachers Unions - a school might attract some students by advertising "we are an independent school, and our teachers do not choose to belong to the NEA or AFT.