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Is It Time to Recognize Childcare as a Public Right? | Elliot Haspel

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In this episode of the Getting Smart Podcast, we sit down with Elliot Haspel, a nationally recognized child and family policy expert and author of Crawling Behind: America's Childcare Crisis and How to Fix It and Raising a Nation: 10 Reasons Why Every American Has a Stake in Childcare for All. Together, we explore why universal childcare is not just a family issue but a societal one, rooted in brain science, economic sustainability, and the moral imperative to support children and caregivers. Elliot shares actionable insights on how policymakers, educators, and community leaders can create a mixed-delivery childcare system that prioritizes accessibility, equity, and quality. This episode is a must-listen for anyone invested in the future of education, equity, and the well-being of families. Tune in to learn how we can collectively reimagine childcare as a public right.

Outline

  • (00:12) Introduction: Early Childhood Education and Personal Background
  • (04:46) Defining Caregivers and the Importance of Early Years
  • (11:11) Why Childcare Matters for Everyone
  • (18:32) Hope and Progress in Childcare Policy
  • (27:25) Building Public Will and Expanding the Constituency
  • (38:17) Integrating Childcare into Society and Development
  • (43:01) Childcare as a Right: Final Thoughts and Call to Action

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In this episode of the Getting Smart Podcast, we sit down with Elliot Haspel, a nationally recognized child and family policy expert and author of Crawling Behind: America's Childcare Crisis and How to Fix It and Raising a Nation: 10 Reasons Why Every American Has a Stake in Childcare for All. Together, we explore why universal childcare is not just a family issue but a societal one, rooted in brain science, economic sustainability, and the moral imperative to support children and caregivers. Elliot shares actionable insights on how policymakers, educators, and community leaders can create a mixed-delivery childcare system that prioritizes accessibility, equity, and quality. This episode is a must-listen for anyone invested in the future of education, equity, and the well-being of families. Tune in to learn how we can collectively reimagine childcare as a public right.

Outline

  • (00:12) Introduction: Early Childhood Education and Personal Background
  • (04:46) Defining Caregivers and the Importance of Early Years
  • (11:11) Why Childcare Matters for Everyone
  • (18:32) Hope and Progress in Childcare Policy
  • (27:25) Building Public Will and Expanding the Constituency
  • (38:17) Integrating Childcare into Society and Development
  • (43:01) Childcare as a Right: Final Thoughts and Call to Action

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