Jason Bedrick on School Choice Whoppers, New Hampshire’s EFAs, & What Happens Next
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School choice trailblazer Jason Bedrick joins the podcast to explore the evolution of education freedom in New Hampshire and beyond. From his roots as a young legislator to his role in passing groundbreaking policies, Jason shares insights on the fight to expand educational options for families. Jason also debunks myths about school choice—does it break budgets, favor the wealthy, or leave special needs students behind?
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Chapters
1. Introduction (00:00:00)
2. Intro to School Choice and Jason's Journey (00:01:08)
3. The Evolution of School Choice in New Hampshire (00:03:13)
4. Understanding Tax Credit Scholarships and Their Impact (00:05:50)
5. Challenges and Triumphs in Expanding School Choice (00:07:09)
6. The Role of Community and Coalition Building (00:09:43)
7. Education Freedom Accounts vs. Tax Credit Scholarships (00:13:44)
8. Opposition to School Choice: Myths and Realities (00:15:36)
9. Future Directions for School Choice in New Hampshire (00:16:58)
10. Dispelling Myths: Only Wealthy People Benefit from School Choice (00:25:25)
11. The Impact of School Choice on Special Needs Students (00:28:17)
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