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Democrats leading a national political organization that cultivates and supports leaders in our party who champion America's public school children. #education
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Joined January 2011
Opting in to the federal tax credit scholarship program isn’t about abandoning Democratic values…It’s about putting students first and proving that when the stakes are high, we act. “arneduncan @Jorge_Elorza @washingtonpost
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Democrats can regain the educational (and moral) high ground with this federal program.
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WOW, @arneduncan just came out in favor of private school choice, and the education tax credit in the OBBBA!
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Democrats can regain the educational (and moral) high ground with this federal program.
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.@DFER_News CEO and former Providence, RI mayor @Jorge_Elorza joins Freedom to Learn to explain why Democrats should embrace the new Federal Scholarship Tax Credit and how education freedom is an 80-20 issue with the American people.
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🚨 New NJ poll: @MikieSherrill leads Jack Ciattarelli 49%–40% in the governor’s race. Voters overwhelmingly back her focus on early literacy, accountability, and results-driven education reform. Read more coverage of our latest polling via @TheNJGlobe
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A new poll conducted by an education reform group supporting Rep. Mikie Sherrill (D-Montclair) finds their preferred candidate with a solid lead in the
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The fight over NYC’s gifted programs isn’t just a local issue — it’s a test of whether Democrats still stand for expanding opportunity or shrinking it. Read @Jorge_Elorza's latest in today's @WSJ: https://t.co/wOu71ags9q
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As with boys in girls’ sports and antipolice activism, identity politics trump common sense.
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@dfer_News estimate the federal choice tax credit could generate $24 billion nationally, including up to $450 million in Wisconsin for tutoring, supplies, tuition, and other supports---yet Gov. Evers indicated he wants to reject the credit
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DFER is a national political organization that supports elected Democrats and candidates for office who seek to expand policies that improve the quality of education for America’s students.
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“Progressivism at its best has always meant widening the circle of opportunity and giving every child the chance to rise as far as his talent and effort will take him” @Jorge_Elorza @DFER_News @ERN_NewYork @EdReformNowUSA
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As with boys in girls’ sports and antipolice activism, identity politics trump common sense.
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One-size-fits-all education isn’t working. The real question: is the barrier resources—or the operating system itself? @Jorge_Elorza explores in Part II of Education Rebuilt → https://t.co/3ckCFS5dwf
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What kind of data really helps families choose schools? In @GreatSchools’ latest expert round-up, @Jorge_Elorza joined other ed reform colleagues in exploring bold new answers.
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Each spring, when families across Florida have the opportunity to apply for an education savings account—as more than 220,000 did this year—they’re met with an onslaught of options for how to use the...
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ECCA is a winning issue. 📊 Nearly 2 in 3 voters want governors to opt in. The question: which Democrats will take the lead? Read @politico's First Look here→[ https://t.co/O1lHOIaz0y]
politico.com
Charlie Kirk’s death at the hands of an alleged assassin has already unleashed a conflict between campus cancel culture, free speech, and safety concerns that school administrators are struggling to...
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Why would a Democratic former mayor support private school choice? Jorge Elorza joins @nfajors and I to discuss the politics of education, overcoming institutional resistance, and why governors must act on the new federal tax credit. @Jorge_Elorza
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Finally! A Democrat describing the new federal scholarship tax credit correctly. This past weekend, @Jorge_Elorza of @DFER_News traveled to a Democratic Governors Association meeting in Madison, Wis., to make his case. He has been pointing to a provision in Mr. Trump’s budget
nytimes.com
A moderate group that has tried to rally Democrats around school choice faces divisions over private-school vouchers.
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📢Blue state governors: say no to politics as usual, yes to families & students. The new federal tax credit scholarship program supports both public & private school kids. As our @Jorge_Elorza told the @WSJ: “This is about students, not ideology.” https://t.co/3uwpX98TbF
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Governors will now decide whether to accept private-school tuition subsidies.
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As the national conversation around education shifts, DFER remains focused on expanding opportunity & outcomes—especially for students historically left behind. Read the full article featuring Elorza’s perspective on how Dems can lead with innovation: https://t.co/6FIyLRnjmN
nytimes.com
The plan, part of the Republican domestic policy bill, includes all but the wealthiest families. But states must opt in, which could limit its reach.
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“Look at where our current education system has landed the party. We’re not delivering policy-wise and are losing support politically. We have to try new ideas and should be open to anything.” DFER CEO @Jorge_Elorza via @nytimes. https://t.co/1jcpr8LY6p
nytimes.com
The plan, part of the Republican domestic policy bill, includes all but the wealthiest families. But states must opt in, which could limit its reach.
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In the same vein of the left needing to reckon with and embrace high-quality school choice, from @Jorge_Elorza and @DFER_News: https://t.co/MgazrTELHP
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If the Senate version of the endowment tax passes, not only will universities pay much less than the House proposed, but many fewer colleges will pay the endowment tax than pay it *currently*.
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The Democratic party is at a crossroads. Jorge Elorza, CEO of DFER, believes an abundance mindset is the correct path forward. He outlines a reformed education system based on innovation, accountability, and choice.
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After years of declining voter trust on education, the Democratic party is at a crossroads.
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Just 61 years ago today, President Johnson signed the Civil Rights Act into law. At a time when peoples’ rights are under attack and some wish to water down our history, one of the greatest tributes we can pay to those who fought for equality is to continue to progress their
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“Being anti-choice not only undermines Democratic values — it’s a political loser.” In his latest piece, DFER CEO @Jorge_Elorza argues it’s time for progressives to lead on educational freedom. Read here 👉 https://t.co/PI1kRG163O
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