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Reject Voucher Scheme, Invest in Strong Public Education

To: Sen. Campbell, Rep. Freeman

From: A constituent in Nashville, TN

January 29

I understand and share your concerns about the proposed "Education Freedom Act of 2025" in Tennessee. Diverting significant public funds into private school vouchers undermines the foundation of public education and could severely weaken the resources available for the vast majority of students who attend public schools. Holding hurricane relief funding hostage to this controversial legislation is an unacceptable tactic that puts politics ahead of the needs of communities devastated by natural disasters. Public schools are the backbone of our education system, serving all students regardless of background or circumstances. Siphoning resources away through voucher programs risks starving public schools of desperately needed funding and exacerbating inequalities. We should be investing in strengthening public education to provide high-quality learning environments for every child, not funneling taxpayer dollars to private institutions that are unaccountable to the public. Furthermore, the proposed scholarship prioritization raises concerns about fairness and equal access to educational opportunities. Limiting the initial vouchers based on income levels or specific criteria creates a two-tiered system that favors certain groups over others. All students deserve access to excellent schools, regardless of their family's financial situation or other circumstances. I urge you to reject this misguided legislation and instead focus efforts on adequately funding and improving public schools across Tennessee. Our children's futures depend on a strong, equitable public education system that lifts up all students and communities. Let's prioritize investing in what works for the greatest number of Tennesseans.

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