They Grew Up in a Poor Neighborhood. How School Choice Changed These Brothers' Lives.

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Dec. 27, 2016
In Washington, powerful interests limit school choice for parents and children. A video report from Kelsey Harkness reveals what choice meant for a poor D.C. family. Leah Jessen has the story of a public school student resisting the silencing of his faith. The Atlantic's editors need a refresher in history, given their list of "worst" leaders ever. Rob Bluey reports. Plus: David Rosenthal on Santa's falling afoul of federal law, and Katrina Trinko on the resonance of The Daily Signal. We hope your Christmas was joyful.
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They Grew Up in a Poor Neighborhood. How School Choice Changed These Brothers' Lives.

In 2016, only 42 percent of students attending the local public high school graduated. In an attempt to get her sons a better education, Pam Battle enrolled Calvin and Carlos in the D.C. Opportunity Scholarship Program.

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