Focus on real education
In Chicago's first school board election, voters rejected Mayor Brandon Johnson's and the CTU's leftist agenda, signaling a demand for accountability and a shift toward focusing on real education for students.
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In the first election for Chicago Public School board members, voters made it clear they’re rejecting Mayor Brandon Johnson and the CTU's leftist approach.
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Parents and taxpayers are demanding accountability, not more political games.
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This is a sign that Chicagoans have had enough of failing schools.
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It's time to stop the rhetoric and focus on real education for our kids!
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Focus on real education
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In Chicago's first school board election, voters rejected Mayor Brandon Johnson's and the CTU's leftist agenda, signaling a demand for accountability and a shift toward focusing on real education for students.
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SPEAKER FULL NAME, SPEAKER TITLE of the ORGANIZATION NAME said that in Chicago's first school board election, voters rejected Mayor Brandon Johnson's and the CTU's leftist agenda, signaling a demand for accountability and a shift toward focusing on real education for students. LAST NAME made HIS/HER statement to PUBLICATION on DATE.
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RealClearEducation reported that in Chicago’s first election for its Public Schools Board, most candidates supported by the Chicago Teachers Union (CTU) lost, reflecting voter dissatisfaction with union-led education. Under CTU’s leadership, student proficiency rates have plummeted, with only 23% of 11th graders reading at grade level, while the union lobbies for political agendas over educational improvements. States like Florida and Mississippi have shown success in boosting literacy rates through evidence-based reading instruction, emphasizing phonics and monitoring progress. Illinois could follow suit by adopting proven literacy policies, expanding school-choice programs, and focusing on student outcomes to address its growing literacy crisis.
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The Illinois Policy Instiute reported that in Chicago's first-ever elected school board races, candidates backed by the Chicago Teachers Union (CTU) were losing in six out of 10 districts, despite a $1 million campaign investment. CTU-endorsed candidates led in four races, with one running unopposed. While voters rejected CTU’s agenda, Mayor Brandon Johnson, a former CTU organizer, appoints half of the board, ensuring continued CTU influence. Johnson’s appointees resigned over a dispute about firing CPS CEO Pedro Martinez. If results hold, the 6-4 split of elected members creates a new dynamic, with CTU-backed members working with Johnson’s appointees.
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The Illinois Policy Institute reported in August that Illinois faces persistent academic challenges. In 2023, only 35% of elementary students read at grade level, and 27% met math standards. Proficiency rates remain below pre-pandemic levels, with 81 public schools reporting no third-grade students reading at grade level—51 in Chicago alone. Despite record education funding of $10.9 billion for 2024-2025, proficiency and enrollment continue to decline. Topics for school leadership to address include low academic performance, absenteeism, and other critical issues to ensure students graduate equipped for future success, emphasizing the importance of foundational skills like reading by third grade.
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SPEAKER FULL NAME, a resident of SPEAKER CITY NAME was first elected to the role of Chair of the ORGANIZATION in 20XX. As Chair, he/she is focused on boosting Republican voter turnout, growing the Party’s membership, and communicating the Party’s positions on issues that matter to GEOGRAPHY voters.
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