Universal school choice's impact on rural education
On this episode: As of March 2025, 15 states have enacted universal private school choice programs, allowing all students to access public funds for private schools, homeschooling, and other alternatives to traditional public education. These programs—ranging from education savings accounts (ESAs) to tax credit scholarships and vouchers—have become a defining feature of state-level education policy debates.
In this episode, we break down the national landscape of school choice, examining where these programs exist, how they function, and the political dynamics shaping their adoption. We…
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