RALEIGH — The University of North Carolina’s governing board has a new member, and for once, no one is protesting. Darrell Allison, founder and president of Parents for Educational Freedom in North Carolina, was elected unanimously Thursday to replace former UNC Board of Governors member John Fennebresque. “Darrell Allison is a person of the highest...
Democratic lawmakers don’t necessarily oppose school choice, and some are vocal advocates. Eight outspoken African-American legislators Tuesday announced their support for traditional public and charter schools, private schools, school vouchers, homeschools, and other education options. “We stand today to be a voice for the voiceless,” said Rep. Rodney Moore, D-Mecklenburg. “Far too often, families and...
Eighty-five out of 10o African-American voters in North Carolina believe state lawmakers should do more to expand school choice, according to a new poll from the nonprofit organization Parents for Educational Freedom in North Carolina. The poll, released August 31, was launched in June by PEFNC and surveyed 800 black voters, asking them if they...
