Former U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan co-authored a Washington Post op-ed urging Democrats to support a new school choice tax credit. This move surprised many in the policy world given Duncan’s role in the Obama administration. The article explores Duncan’s views on the Democrats’ education agenda amid feelings of being ‘adrift.’
Key Points
- Arne Duncan advocates for a school choice tax credit in a co-authored op-ed.
- The proposal aims to address perceived shortcomings in Democrats’ education policies.
- Duncan’s stance represents a shift from traditional Democratic positions on education.
Implications for Educational Freedom
Duncan’s endorsement of a school choice tax credit could advance educational freedom by encouraging broader bipartisan support for parental empowerment and options like vouchers or ESAs. This may signal reduced government overreach in education, aligning with EFI’s goals of promoting school choice and parental rights.
Source: ‘We’re Adrift’: Arne Duncan on Democrats’ Education Agenda
