A new survey by yes. every kid. foundation. shows that statewide voters and likely Republican primary voters in Mississippi support education freedom policies that provide families more choices in how they educate their children.
The survey found:
- Mississippians favor letting parents make education decisions. Seven-in-ten Mississippi voters support school choice, including 79% of likely Republican primary voters. Support jumps to 81% and 90%, respectively, when voters are informed that school choice allows parents, instead of the government, to choose the best school for their child.
- Voters support universal district participation in a statewide open enrollment program. Roughly three-quarters (73%) of voters and 78% of likely Republican primary voters support a law allowing all children to access any public school in the state. Moreover, 68% of voters and 72% of likely Republican primary voters support making it mandatory for all districts to participate in a statewide program.
- Voters across the state support expanding the state’s ESA program to all families. Not only do 66% of Mississippi voters and 76% of likely Republican primary voters support ESAs, but by significant margins, both audiences believe they should be available to all families across the state rather than limited to low-income families or those in D or F districts.
“Mississippians clearly want more control over their children’s education—through expanded school choice. These findings show families are ready for flexible solutions that meet each child’s unique needs. Policymakers should respond by delivering real educational freedom.”
– Matt Frendewey, vice president of strategy, yes. every kid. foundation.
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