Policymaking rarely escapes politics, especially during election season. For the issue of parental school choice, the dynamic is no different. Most Georgians think that if something has broad bipartisan support, it should be enacted, but our national politics has all kinds of dysfunctional partisanship that makes even the most commonsense and popular solutions a tough mountain to climb, particularly at the state level.
There are multiple viewpoints on the growth of parental school choice and while it is a part of the national conversation on education, every state’s legislature grapples with it differently. In Georgia, it’s important to remember that whether voters are for or against the expansion of parental school choice, everyone believes that way because their motivations are rooted in the right place – the future generations of our country.
As voters delve into the debates surrounding the bills currently advancing through the Georgia legislature, it’s crucial to establish that common foundation. This shared ground provides context for understanding the diverse perspectives at play. Recent polling data from across the state offers valuable insights into how voters perceive this issue. By examining these sentiments, we gain a clearer picture of the public’s stance on the matter.
Beyond the broad state-level view, we zoomed in on the intricate political dynamics of 14 key districts within the Georgia state house. These districts hold the keys to legislative success or failure and their composition can sway the balance of power and significantly impact whether the proposed parental school choice legislation becomes law…
Read the full op-ed by Cygnal Pollster & Director of Client Strategy Chris Lane in James Magazine Online: https://jamesmagazinega.com/2024/03/04/here-is-what-the-data-says-about-parental-school-choice-in-georgia/