We live in a rapidly-growing area, and the Wake School Board plays a vital role in allocating resources and managing growth. For years NC’s Republican-controlled legislature has deliberately underfunded our public schools. Now they are using NC’s voucher program to siphon off millions of dollars from the state budget directly into private school coffers, catering to the wealthiest among us while turning their backs on our public school kids. Intentionally undermining NC’s public schools and then blaming everyone else for the harmful consequences is not leadership. A strong public education system benefits us all, with a healthier community, lower rates of poverty and crime, and a well-prepared workforce to attract new businesses and higher paying jobs. If we’re serious about the promise to provide a sound education for every child, let’s start by electing serious leaders, who will deliver for every child and community, who will lift up and encourage teachers and staff, and who understand and embrace the benefits a strong public education system gives to us all.
