Championing Change in Education
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In this episode, we discuss the upcoming November 5th elections in the United States, focusing on the critical role of school board elections with candidate Michelle Green from Horry County, South Carolina, who is championing change in education locally and across the nation.
Green, a seasoned educator with over 30 years of experience, shares her vision for Horry County Schools and her motivations for running, emphasizing the need for educational expertise on school boards.
The conversation delves into national educational challenges, the significance of qualified decision-makers, and the controversial topics of arming teachers and resource allocation.
Michelle Green advocates for keeping children’s education at the forefront, regardless of school board members’ political affiliations.
About Bob Gatty
A former journalist and communications consultant, Bob Gatty is the founder and editor of the Lean to the Left blog and host of this podcast, which focuses on progressive politics and the important social issues of our time. Watch for Bob’s new book, Hijacked Nation: Donald Trump’s Attack on America’s Greatness, coming soon.
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Our thanks to our guest, Michelle Green, for sharing her insight with us about the state of public education in the U.S. and steps she believes need to be taken. She believes that school boards should include members who actually have experience in education. What a novel idea!
CHAPTERS:
00:00 Election Day Overview
00:28 Importance of School Board Elections
01:04 Introducing Michelle Green
01:52 Michelle’s Motivation for Running
04:05 Challenges in Education
06:33 Project 2025 and Its Implications
07:46 Public Money for Private Schools
09:11 Book Banning Controversy
12:51 School Safety Concerns
18:57 Political Landscape and Election Chances
22:42 Teacher Recruitment and Retention
25:54 Michelle’s Vision for Education
28:33 Closing Remarks and Call to Action
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