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America’s Education Report Card & Supporting Education Freedom: Andrew Handel on Voice of Reason
As American schools enter the new academic year, troubling data from The Nation’s Report Card highlight a persistent challenge: increased spending is not translating into improved student outcomes.
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The America 250 Civics Education Coalition is Championing American Pride and Freedom: Lee Schalk on The Rod and Greg Show
ALEC Senior Vice President of Policy Lee Schalk joined The Rod & Greg Show on 105.9 KNRS to discuss America’s fast approaching 250th anniversary. In…
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Free Market Reforms Revive Ohio: Jonathan Williams on the Hugh Hewitt Show
When ALEC President and Chief Economist Jonathan Williams joins Hugh Hewitt’s radio show, the banter usually starts with a rivalry – Williams pulling for Michigan, Hewitt touting Ohio.
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Taxpayers Deserve A Return On Their Investment: Iowa Sen. Kara Warme
For Iowa State Senator Kara Warme, public service began with a belief that families deserve a voice in shaping the future of their state. A mom of two teenage…
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Challenging National Education Trends: Andrew Handel in The Daily Signal
ALEC Education and Workforce Development Task Force Director Andrew Handel spoke with Kevin Stocklin of The Daily Signal about states taking the initiative to improve reading and…
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NAEP Scores Signal Urgent Need for Change in American Education
The National Center for Education Statistics just released the latest data from the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP), and the scores continue to paint a sobering picture of…
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Improving Higher Education Through Accreditation Reform
Protecting free speech and improving higher education are major priorities for the states and the federal government in 2025. In April, President Trump signed an executive order to improve higher…
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State Legislators of the Month, July 2025: Indiana Speaker Todd Huston, Sen. Jim Buck, Sen. Linda Rogers, and Rep. Heath VanNatter
We are honored to recognize Indiana Speaker Todd Huston, Sen. Jim Buck, Sen. Linda Rogers, and Rep. Heath VanNatter as our July 2025 State Legislators of the Month. Each of…
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Secretary Linda McMahon Charts a Course for the Future of Education at 2025 ALEC Annual Meeting
At the 52nd Annual Meeting of the American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC), Secretary of Education Linda McMahon delivered an encouraging address outlining her forward-thinking approach to reshaping the future of…
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American Legislative Exchange Council Hosts Education Secretary: ALEC in The Center Square
At ALEC’s 52nd Annual Meeting, The Center Square’s Esther Wickham spotlighted a fireside chat between Secretary of Education Linda McMahon and ALEC CEO Lisa B. Nelson on the future…
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West Virginia Education Freedom & New Election Reforms: ALEC National Chair Patricia Rucker on The Hugh Hewitt Show
Appearing on The Hugh Hewitt Show, ALEC National Chair and West Virginia State Sen. Patricia Rucker discussed the upcoming ALEC Annual Meeting in Indianapolis, her efforts to promote…
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How State Policy Is Reshaping America’s Future: Jonathan Williams on The Hugh Hewitt Show
Appearing on The Hugh Hewitt Show, ALEC President and Chief Economist Jonathan Williams discussed the latest edition of the ALEC States That Work labor report, breaking down the rankings…
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ALEC Policy Champions Expand Education Freedom in the Granite State
New Hampshire has become the 17th state to adopt universal Education Freedom Accounts (EFAs), a transformative milestone made possible by the bold leadership of Sen. Victoria Sullivan, Rep. Valerie…
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ALEC Policy Champions Deliver Universal Education Freedom to Texas
The American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC) is thrilled to recognize Texas Gov. Greg Abbott, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick, Speaker Dustin Burrows, Sen. Brandon Creighton, and House Education Committee Chairman Brad…
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Texas Empowers Parents With Education Savings Accounts: Andrew Handel on Voice of Reason
The recent passage of the largest school savings account program in Texas, would allow parents to direct state funds for approved educational expenses. Andrew Handel, ALEC Education…
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ALEC Policy Champions Expand Virtual Learning in Texas
The American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC) proudly recognizes Texas Sen. Paul Bettencourt and Rep. Keith Bell for their leadership in passing SB 569, a major piece of legislation that…
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President Trump’s First 100 Days, Federal Tax Reform, and Education Freedom: Lee Schalk on OAN Weekly Briefing
ALEC Senior Vice President of Policy Lee Schalk appeared on One America News Network’s Weekly Briefing with John Hines to discuss President Trump’s first 100 days, federal tax reform efforts,…
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ALEC Policy Champion Protects Free Speech and Restores Academic Excellence on Ohio Campuses
ALEC is thrilled to recognize Ohio State Sen. Jerry Cirino as our latest Policy Champion, thanks to his work in leading the Advance Ohio Education Act to passage. This…
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Tax Battles, School Choice, and Economic Freedom: ALEC CEO Lisa B. Nelson on Moore Money
Appearing on Moore Money with economist Stephen Moore and tax reform advocate Grover Norquist, ALEC CEO Lisa B. Nelson shared state-led economic reform wins and…
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Texas Launches Nation’s Largest Universal Education Savings Account Program: Lisa B. Nelson in The Daily Caller
ALEC CEO Lisa B. Nelson was featured in a piece by Mariane Angela in The Daily…