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Virginians Support Funding Students, Not Systems

January 11, 2021

A recent Mason-Dixon poll of 625 registered voters shows increasing support for school choice and for specific funding proposals in Virginia. Full poll results can be found here: www.schoolchoicepolling.com Statement from John Schilling, President of the American Federation of Children: “This polling data clearly shows that families are desperate for something more than the status quo. The pandemic has only […]

American Federation for Children Statement on Secretary DeVos’ Tenure

January 8, 2021

Statement from Bill Oberndorf, Chairman of the American Federation of Children: “As an unyielding advocate for educational choice, Secretary DeVos’ resignation yesterday underscores that her first and foremost priority was always to put the interests of children first rather than fealty to anyone or anything else. We thank Betsy for her tireless efforts and dedication […]

Release: Congress Largely Rewards Status Quo in Education in $900 Billion COVID Relief Bill

Release: Congress Largely Rewards Status Quo in Education in $900 Billion COVID Relief Bill

December 22, 2020

At a time when families are extremely frustrated and 77 percent of parents with school age children in public school want more school choice, Congress will pump $54 billion into the K-12 system and remove the flexibility afforded to Governors under the previous CARES Act. The good news in this bill is for the first time Congress has […]

Ohio Expands Opportunity with Senate Bill 89

Ohio Expands Opportunity with Senate Bill 89

November 24, 2020

November 20, 2020 Yesterday, the Ohio House of Representatives expanded opportunity for children and families in Ohio by passing SB 89, sponsored by Senator Matt Huffman. The bill now awaits Governor DeWine’s signature. Upon enactment, approximately 50% of students in Ohio will be eligible for a scholarship.  Statement from John Schilling, President of the American Federation of Children: “All families, regardless of income, should have […]

AFC Announces Leadership Transition

AFC Announces Leadership Transition

November 12, 2020

The American Federation for Children (AFC), the nation’s voice for educational choice, is announcing a leadership and headquarters transition that will take place over the next several months. AFC’s Board of Directors has selected the organization’s current Vice President of Communications and Marketing, Tommy Schultz, to be President and CEO-elect; and current Vice President of […]

School Choice Supporters Victorious in Legislative Races Across the Country

School Choice Supporters Victorious in Legislative Races Across the Country

November 4, 2020

The American Federation for Children, the nation’s voice for educational choice, congratulates the dozens of winning candidates who support educational choice on their successes in the 2020 election. Tonight’s election results are in line with numerous political polls that have found strong support for school choice. Statement from John Schilling, President of the American Federation […]

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