Oct 11 2024 50 mins
In this episode, Tom Fisher, Vice President and Director of Litigation for Ed Choice, discusses the critical role of legal advocacy in the school choice movement. He shares insights from his experience as Solicitor General of Indiana, the challenges faced in defending school choice programs, and the importance of parental choice in education. Fisher highlights the successes of Indiana's voucher program and the ongoing legal battles across the nation, emphasizing the need for continued advocacy to protect educational options for families.
Takeaways
- Tom Fisher leads Ed Choice Legal Advocates, focusing on litigation for school choice.
- The partnership with the Institute for Justice has been pivotal in defending school choice.
- Fisher's background as Solicitor General provided valuable experience in education law.
- The Indiana Supreme Court's ruling was a significant victory for school choice advocates.
- Litigation in state supreme courts focuses on legal arguments rather than evidence.
- School choice programs face ongoing legal challenges in various states.
- Indiana's unique approach includes vouchers, ESAs, and tax credit scholarships.
- The success of voucher programs is linked to parental choice and responsibility.
- Micro schools are an emerging trend in education, offering personalized options.
- Fisher is optimistic about the future of school choice and its impact on families.
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Learn more about IQE and MySchoolOptions: https://www.i4qed.org
Learn more about Tom’s work at Ed Choice: https://www.edchoice.org