Say It Loud: CharterFolk Chat with Derrell Bradford

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CharterFolk is celebrating a significant milestone of reaching 15,000 email subscribers, and in this vibrant discussion, host Jed Wallace engages with Derrell Bradford to explore the pressing need for the charter school movement to assert itself more boldly. The conversation emphasizes the importance of "saying it loud" and being unapologetic about the unique value charter schools bring to the education landscape. Derrell shares his insights on how the current political climate presents an opportunity for charter advocates to redefine their messaging and embrace their distinctiveness rather than shying away from it. As they delve into the nuances of advocacy and the challenges faced by educational reformers, the dialogue highlights the necessity of collaboration among charter organizations to ensure long-term sustainability and effectiveness. This episode serves as a call to action for the charter community to unify and amplify their voices in advocating for educational choice and equity.