Protecting and Promoting School Choice

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Charter Growth Stymied by Partisan Divide

Paul Peterson interviews Michael Henderson on rising charter school enrollment and public support. Data show increased demand but persistent partisan polarization in opinions. The discussion examines barriers to broader acceptance of charters.

Key Points

  • Charter enrollment continues to grow nationally
  • Public support for charters has increased overall
  • Partisan divides prevent wider policy breakthroughs

Implications for Educational Freedom

Rising charter enrollment demonstrates parental demand for school choice options that enhance educational freedom and reduce government monopoly over K-12 schooling.

Source: The Education Exchange: Growing Enrollment and Public Support for Charter Schools Can’t Break Through Partisan Divide

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