Education

Georgia State Rep. Mesha Mainor at the ALEC Annual Meeting

Putting the focus on education instead of the educational system

State Representative Mesha Mainor shines as a testament to the dynamic spirit of American governance. Representing Georgia’s District 56, Rep. Mainor’s personal touch to her constituents has truly made an impact in The Peach State. But her journey took a profound turn as an issue close to her heart – education – came up for a vote. The legislation’s defeat spurred a realignment of priorities and, ultimately, a switch of parties.

In this candid conversation, Rep. Mainor discusses her journey, her love of canvasing, and the grim literacy and math proficiency statistics that drove her to champion school choice so that children and parents are provided with the tools necessary to reach their ultimate potential.

Her commitment to promoting education as the cornerstone of societal progress echo in her words, as she navigates the complexities of today’s political world with an unwavering focus on creating pathways to success.


In Depth: Education

An excellent education has long been recognized as key to the American Dream. Unfortunately, the current monopolistic and expensive K-12 education system is failing our students, leaving them unprepared for college, careers, or life. Similarly, our higher education system is leaving students with higher debt burdens and fewer career guarantees…

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