On March 26, 1999, the Federalist Society co-sponsored the Stranahan National Issues Forum with the University of Toledo College of Law. The title of the conference was "Education Reform at the Crossroads: Politics, the Constitution, and the Battle over School Choice." The first panel discussed "The History and Politics of School Choice."
School choice is a "hot" political topic, one that cuts across current party lines and ideological boundaries. School choice efforts have succeeded in some States, yet failed in others. What are the "politics of school choice?" How can and do voucher proponents and opponents frame their case to appeal to the public? What arguments "work?" Is there room for consensus and compromise? Speakers at this panel will be experienced observers of the political scene and students of public opinion who will place the rhetorical and political struggles over school choice in perspective.
As always, the Federalist Society takes no position on particular legal or public policy issues; all expressions of opinion are those of the speakers.
Featuring:

Mr. Andrew Coulson, Senior Research Associate, Social Philosophy Policy Center
Mr. Dal Lawrence, Former President, Toledo Federation of Teachers
Mr. Richard Leonardi, President, Buckeye Institute
Councilwoman Fannie Lewis, Cleveland City Council
Moderator Mr. Douglas Haynes, Vice President of Education Policy, John Locke Foundation