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For-Profit Operator in Ohio Wins Big Increase

David Brennan of White Hat Management operates a few dozen mostly low-performing charter schools for profit in Ohio. Since 1999, he has collected nearly $1 billion for his operations, which include virtual charters. Oh, yes, he is also a major contributor to Republicans, especially Governor John Kasich and legislative leaders. In budget negotiations, he was just rewarded with an additional payment of $4.2 million a year.

At the same time, Ohio legislators reduced poverty assistance across the state.

Say this for the Ohio legislature: they know what their priorities are. Reverse Robin Hood: take from the poor and give to the rich.

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Diane Ravitch

Diane Ravitch is Research Professor of Education at New York University and a historian of education. She is the Co-Founder and President of the Network for Publi...