State legislators like Todd Warner of Tennessee oppose private-school vouchers using taxpayer money, highlighting the disparity in educational opportunities for rural areas versus affluent cities.
Warner, a Republican, defends public education, emphasizing that government should provide quality education while criticizing the idea of taxpayers funding private education for wealthy families.
The pandemic boosted the voucher program supporters' arguments by showcasing the challenges of public-school closures, prompting parents to consider alternative education options.
The article delves into the unique perspective of a legislator in a district with no private schools resisting the push for state-funded vouchers benefiting affluent families in urban areas.
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