Ted Strickland’s Vile Comments on Charter Schools
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
October 7, 2016
WASHINGTON, DC – The following statement was issued today by Jeanne Allen, Founder and CEO of The Center for Education Reform, regarding comments made by former Ohio Gov. Ted Strickland. Strickland, a Democrat who is trailing Republican Rob Portman in the state’s Senate race, made comments Wednesday that for-profit entities associated with charter schools have “raped” taxpayers:
“Strickland’s comment about education service providers in Ohio has about as much integrity as his vile comment that Justice Scalia’s death happened at a ‘good time.’
“The tax-status of an organization is irrelevant to quality. Scores of traditional public schools in this country have failed to educate children for generations regardless of their financial foundation.
“What is relevant is that charter schools not only work to improve student achievement and strengthen families and communities, but they actually save taxpayers money in the long run.
“Those who lead our nation and care about education must conduct themselves with civility. We call on Ohio’s Democratic party to publicly denounce Ted Strickland’s comments.”
About the Center for Education Reform
Founded in 1993, the Center for Education Reform aims to expand educational opportunities that lead to improved economic outcomes for all Americans — particularly our youth — ensuring that the conditions are ripe for innovation, freedom and flexibility throughout U.S. education.
