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1.38 million Singaporean households are receiving $500 in CDC vouchers from today, with this latest tranche brought forward by six months from January 2027 to June 2026. The Government says this reflects ongoing concerns about cost of living pressures, even as inflation has eased slightly in recent months. But with global uncertainties still in play, from geopolitical tensions to potential energy and supply chain pressures, the outlook remains fluid, and questions remain about how much relief these measures actually provide on the ground for households. So how meaningful is 500 dollars in today’s context? And how should households be thinking about using them, amid further uncertainty? On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Assistant Professor Yeow Hwee Chua, Division of Economics, School of Social Sciences, Nanyang Technological University (NTU) Singapore to find out more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Odaisha Calderon is a real estate agent and the Executive Director of the nonprofit organization Neighborhood Eden, which serves as a one-stop housing connector—linking families to homes, supporting landlords through the voucher rental process, and collaborating with cities to strengthen voucher programs and expand access to affordable housing.Her work began in 2020 with a passion to help voucher-holding families secure safe and stable housing. She works closely with families, landlords, and case managers to navigate and complete the process efficiently.If you are a tenant in need of housing support or a property owner interested in renting to voucher holders, you can reach Odaisha at:Odaisha.realty@gmail.comadmin@neighborhoodeden.org347-935-0299If you like to volunteer or work on policies for the family action board you can do that here:https://forms.gle/tHuiRwpz5eKDq1M46https://anthoshome.org/Email or DM Hear Our Voices to share your story or resources related to homelessness and housing instability: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠NYCHearOurVoices@gmail.com ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hear Our Voices' ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ account links can be found on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Linktr.ee/nyc_hov⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

This conversation started 2 years ago, when I ran into Kelly McMahon at a summer conference. Kelly's a kindergarten teacher at Hoover Community School in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, and I was curious about what that label “community school” means in practice for teachers, students, and the community served by this new model for the area.I've since learned that just because your kids attend Ames Community School District, for example, that doesn't mean they attend a “community school.” Kelly put me in touch with Dave Greenberg and Angelia Ebner, senior policy analysts and community schools program specialists at the National Education Association, who have helped build and support thousands of community schools, as Angelia described it, from “coast to coast and border to border.”And no exploration of the community schools model could be complete without including the story of Sustainable Community Schools in Chicago. Just last year, Major Brandon Johnson announced a near doubling of the number of community schools in the city, bringing the number to 36.I spoke with foundational community organizer, advocate, and elected Chicago Public Schools Board Member, Jitu Brown, about how organizing for Sustainable Community Schools defused the push by elected officials for school closures, privatization, and charter-ization of Chicago Public Schools. For Jitu, the title of School Board member may be new, but he is Chicago born and raised, and he's been organizing around education and all of its related issues since the 90s.While there were just hundreds of community schools in the United States 15 years ago, today there are over 5,000 and growing in nearly every state in the nation. A consistent refrain from every person I spoke with for this episode was that community schools are the future of public education and the alternative to narratives about “failing public schools” that favor privatization as a solution.NEA - What are community schools?NEA - 5 Steps to Kickstarting Community Schools in Your DistrictNEA Community School Measurement Guidance Tool Chicago Sustainable Community Schools Eve Ewing - Ghosts in the Schoolyard: Racism and School Closings on Chicago's South SideYou can read out directly to Angelia & Dave @ NEA:aebner@nea.org | DGreenberg@nea.org

The dust is starting to settle after the annual whirlwind that is the final days of the legislative session at the Tennessee State Capitol.Today we take you inside the halls of power to wrap-up. We hear from reporters who offer their insights into what passed and why, what failed and what might surface again in 2027. From school vouchers and immigration policy to preempting local laws, what were the predominant issues and political dynamics that shaped the laws — and will shape our state's future? And we want to hear from you: How would you rate legislative performance? Were your priorities addressed? If not, what do you want from lawmakers next year? Join the conversation by calling 615-760-2000 or chiming in on the chat on our live YouTube stream.This episode was produced by Mary Mancini.Guests Marianna Bacallao, State Legislature reporter, WPLN Sarah Grace Taylor, Statehouse reporter, Nashville Banner Vivian Jones, State government and politics reporter, Tennessean

Kansas might be passing a Voucher for schools. My question was if Private schools get public money will they also get the Strings attached like Public Schools?

An accommodation provider in Coromandel is offering fuel vouchers to customers in an attempt to increase bookings. Aroha A-Frames owner Bronnie Kennedy spoke to John Campbell.

Vouchers aren't new—they're the same resistance to integration we've been fighting since 1954.Fred Jones (Southern Education Foundation) joins the class to trace a direct line from Brown v. Board of Education to today's federal tax credit voucher program. The history is ugly: after Brown, Southern states created 450 laws to block desegregation. They funneled public money to "segregation academies"—and 300 still exist today.Now it's happening again. The 2026 federal voucher program lets families earning up to $491,700 in some areas access public dollars for private schools that can legally discriminate. Meanwhile, public schools lose $51 billion annually.Fred breaks down what vouchers actually are, who benefits (hint: not Black families), and what the data shows after 50 years of failure. Most importantly, he tells us exactly what to do right now, whether you're a parent, educator, or concerned citizen.Class, the babies are watching. What are we teaching them?Read the Full Report:Federal Tax Credit Voucher Program Memo - Southern Education FoundationOrganizations Fighting for Public Education:Southern Education FoundationPublic Funds for Public SchoolsEducation Law CenterLearning Policy InstituteTake Action:Contact your governor about opting out of the federal voucher programAttend school board meetings and speak upRequest accountability data from your state on voucher spendingBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/teach-the-babies-w-dr-david-j-johns--6173854/support.

The White House is experimenting with state-level immigration laws in Tennessee, but most of those proposals have hit resistance, and it's now do-or-die time for any bills. An expansion of private school vouchers is also far from a done deal with some Republicans objecting to doubling the program without performance data available. And the state's $58 billion budget has lobbyists in a frenzy to make sure their project is included. It's the biggest business that remains for the Tennessee legislature with members of the state house press corps as our guide.Guests: Marianna Bacallao, power & equity reporter, WPLN News Melissa Brown, bureau chief, Chalkbeat Tennessee Sarah Grace Taylor, reporter, Nashville Banner Erik Schelzig, editor, The Tennessee Journal Mandy Spears, executive vice president, Sycamore Institute

TOPICS: Robot Teachers USPS Fuel Charge EPA Ethanol New York Housing Vouchers "Coffee Talk with David Eon" (LIVE WEEKDAY DAILY NEWS TALK) for Thursday, March 26th, 2026.

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Vouchers are 'the new kid on the block' for public education threats, but the executive director of the Network for Public Education says while everyone's eyes are on vouchers, harmful charter school legislation has continued to pass nationwide, taking those publicly-funded schools farther and farther from the promise of what they were supposed to be. NPE is shining a spotlight on the charter school issues with a three-part report called "Charter School Reckoning" and a new research center project to tell the real story about what has happened with charter schools in Ohio and across the country. NPE Executive Director Carol Burris shares some of the reports' findings and suggestions for how lawmakers can improve the problems with charter schools in our states.READ THE REPORTS | "Charter School Reckoning" is a three-part report from the Network for Public Education. Click here to read part one of the report, "Decline." Click here to read Part 2, "Disillusionment." Part 3, focusing on costs, will be published later in 2026. GET THE FACTS | Click here to visit the Network for Public Education's Charter School Accountability Center.GO TO THE NPE NATIONAL CONFERENCE | Click here for more information on the 2026 National Conference in Houston and to register. SUBSCRIBE | Click here to subscribe to Public Education Matters on Apple Podcasts or click here to listen on Spotify so you don't miss a thing. You can also find Public Education Matters on many other platforms, including YouTube. Click here for links for other platforms so you can listen anywhere. And don't forget you can listen to all of the previous episodes anytime on your favorite podcast platform, or by clicking here.Featured Public Education Matters guest: Carol Burris, Executive Director, Network for Public Education/Network for Public Education ActionCarol Burris, a retired public school teacher and principal, now serves as the Executive Director of the Network for Public Education, a national organization dedicated to supporting and improving public education. Dr. Burris, who has authored three books on educational equity, has received numerous awards for her leadership, including being named the 2013 New York State High School Principal of the Year. Carol Burris served as principal of South Side High School in the Rockville Centre School District in NY from 2000-2015. Carol received her doctorate from Teachers College, Columbia University, and her dissertation on equitable practices in mathematics instruction received the 2003 National Association of Secondary Schools' Principals Middle of the Year Award. Carol serves as a Fellow of the National Education Policy Center and is the co-director of its Schools of Opportunity program.  She authored three books on educational equity. Articles that she has authored or co-authored have appeared in Educational Leadership, The Kappan, the American Educational Research Journal, Theory into Practice, The School Administrator and EdWeek.Connect with OEA:Email educationmatters@ohea.org with your feedback or ideas for future Public Education Matters topicsLike OEA on FacebookFollow OEA on TwitterFollow OEA on InstagramGet the latest news and statements from OEA hereLearn more about where OEA stands on the issues Keep up to date on the legislation affecting Ohio public schools and educators with OEA's Legislative WatchAbout us:The Ohio Education Association represents nearly 120,000 teachers, faculty members and support professionals who work in Ohio's schools, colleges, and universities to help improve public education and the lives of Ohio's children. OEA members provide professional services to benefit students, schools, and the public in virtually every position needed to run Ohio's schools.Public Education Matters host Katie Olmsted serves as Media Relations Consultant for the Ohio Education Association. She joined OEA in May 2020, after a ten-year career as an Emmy Award winning television reporter, anchor, and producer. Katie comes from a family of educators and is passionate about telling educators' stories and advocating for Ohio's students. She lives in Central Ohio with her husband and two young children. This episode was recorded on March 12, 2026.

On the radio show this week, we dive into why radio still matters, especially for telling the full truth amid Trump's Iran escalation, the Epstein files, and the SAVE Act. Next, we cover Women's (un)Equal Pay Day, the growing wage gaps for women—especially women of color and moms—and the key fixes that would actually close those gaps. Then, we discuss how New Hampshire moms are organizing, running for office, and winning elections and big policy victories—including the state's Momnibus 2.0 maternal health and workplace justice package—in an extremely difficult political climate. Finally, we cover how vouchers and Moms-for-Liberty-style politics are dismantling public schools, why school board races are now frontline democracy battles, and what parents can do to fight back.    SPECIAL GUESTS: Matt McNeil, AM 950, @mattmcneilshow.bsky.social; Jocelyn Frye, National Partnership for Women & Families, @npwf, @npwf.bsky.social; MacKenzie Nicholson & Nancy Glynn, MomsRising / MamásConPoder, @MomsRising, @MamasConPoder, @momsrising.org, @mamasconpoder.org; Karla Hernandez-Mats, Educated We Stand, @educatedwestand; 

March 19, 2026- New York State Homes and Community Renewal Commissioner RuthAnne Visnauskas makes the case for scaling back environmental protections to promote housing growth and provides an update on a housing voucher pilot program.

Aaron, Kim and Nate cover news from #KYGA26 and then check in with Russell Allen, from the Kentucky Coalition to Abolish the Death Penalty about SB251, an effort to reestablish the death penalty in Kentucky.#ColonelsOfTruth @ProgressKentuckyNo Kings! March 28th - Find the most convenient event for you here: http://www.progressky.org/no-kingsBITIN' LIST:Aaron - Markwayne Mullin (for forcing us to acknowledge Senator Rand Paul was fairly on point during today's hearing)https://thehill.com/homenews/senate/5789478-rand-paul-markwayne-mullin-dhs/Nate - Not Jamie Comer? Or maybe Jamie Comer - what happened with Pam Bondi's subpoena? https://www.rawstory.com/pam-bondi-2676308907/Kim - Anyone directing this danger, ill-planned war of choice NEWS OF THE WEAK:https://kentuckylantern.com/2026/03/17/bill-blocking-kentuckians-from-suing-pesticide-makers-splits-house-gop-but-still-advances/https://www.facebook.com/reel/1275628507830075https://kentuckylantern.com/2026/03/17/kentucky-house-advances-bill-protecting-gun-industry-from-lawsuits/https://kentuckylantern.com/2026/03/17/ky-gop-supermajority-overrides-beshear-veto-of-education-grants-fueled-by-us-tax-credit/https://www.kentucky.com/opinion/op-ed/article315072648.htmlhttps://thegallerypass.substack.com/p/sneaky-backdoor-chartersINTERVIEW: Russell Allen, KY Coalition to Abolish the Death Penalty Call the legislative comment line at1-800-372-7181 Ask the HOUSE to OPPOSE SB 251https://www.instagram.com/officialkcadp/#ProgressKentucky - #ColonelsOfTruthJoin us! http://progressky.org/Support us! https://secure.actblue.com/donate/progresskyLive Wednesdays at 7pm on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/progressky/live/and on YouTube http://bit.ly/progress_kyListen as a podcast right here, or wherever you get your pods: https://tr.ee/PsdiXaFylKFacebook - ⁠⁠@progressky⁠ ⁠ Instagram - ⁠⁠@progress_ky⁠⁠ Bluesky - ⁠https://bsky.app/profile/progressky.org ⁠https://linktr.ee/progresskyEpisode 251 was produced by ParkerTheme music from the amazing Nato - hear more at http://www.NatoSongs.com

WNYC reporter David Brand joins us to explain why Mayor Zohran Mamdani is pausing New York City's private tax lien sale program, which allows the city to sell unpaid property tax and water debt to private investors. Brand also breaks down a court ruling that struck down a state law banning discrimination against renters who use housing vouchers. Got any questions, comments or story ideas? Send us a message at NYCNow@WNYC.org

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Vincent and Joel sit down with Representative Hamilton Grant and discuss his background in South Carolina, time at S.C. State and experience in the Marching Band, being the youngest elected board member at S.C. State University, his priorities as an elected official, procedural intricacies at the S.C. Statehouse, School Vouchers, and so much more! In Bourbon Briefs hear the Senators discuss updates on the Supreme Court judicial race, School Voucher's continued controversy, NIL policy discussions and transparency, solicitor impeachments, and more! Support the showKeep up to Date with BITBR: Twitter.com/BITBRpodcastFacebook.com/BITBRpodcasthttps://bourboninthebackroom.buzzsprout.com

Groups set up on social media to swap supermarket's money-off vouchers, such as Dunnes 10 off 50 are gaining popularity, but what is it about a good discount voucher that makes us love them so much?Joining Ciara to discuss the reason why is Brendan Kelly, Professor of Psychiatry at Trinity College Dublin.

This week on the Ohio Statehouse Scoop, Host Jo Ingles talks to Reps Gayle Manning (R-Avon) and Mike Odioso (R-Green Township), as well as Policy Matters Ohio's Ali Smith, about a bill that would provide basic data about K-12 schools that accept publicly-funded vouchers. Jo also has the latest data from the 2025 Ohio Abortion Report. Later, Ohio Public Media Statehouse News Bureau Chief Karen Kasler and Reporter Sarah Donaldson weigh in on other legislation at the Ohio Statehouse, including a debate over money assessed to data centers in Ohio. Plus we have details about that bill new that could provide Ohioans with discounts to their favorite statewide attractions. Find all of this and more in this episode of the Ohio Statehouse Scoop.

China says elderly care service vouchers for seniors with moderate to severe disabilities have benefited 892,000 people, with redemptions totaling more than 1.7 billion yuan, or nearly 250 million U.S. dollars so far this year.

Firefighters have been tackling a blaze in a derelict building next to Ashford College. Huge plumes of smoke were seen coming from Swanton House in Elwick Road yesterday evening. Hear from our reporter Max Chesson who has been to the scene. Also in today's episode,  a document detailing where 23,000 homes could be built in Canterbury, Whitstable and Herne Bay will be debated by councillors for the first time tonight. It's known as a Local Plan and also sets out where things like roads will need to be constructed to support new developments and growing populations. Our local democracy reporter Dan Esson has more information. The MP for Ashford is warning that exposure to misinformation on social media is damaging children's mental health. It's as TikTok videos have emerged encouraging so called "school wars" across the county, with organised fighting between pupils. A number of schools have sent letters home to parents saying it's already impacting children. We've been speaking to Sojan Joseph. Vouchers will be handed out in schools across Kent as we celebrate World Book Day. It's as recent figures from the National Literacy Trust show daily reading levels for children have reached a 20-year low. Hear from award winning Kent author Annabel Steadman who wrote the Skandar series. And in sport, the Maidstone United manager's admitted he may need to add to his squad due to injury problems. Strike Muhammadu Faal was stretchered off on Tuesday night while goalkeeper Nathan Harness suffered concussion. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

You think it can't happen in your community—until it does. In this episode of Harder Than Life, Kelly Siegel sits down with Andrew Pollack, father of Meadow Pollack, who was murdered in the Parkland school shooting. Andrew speaks candidly about the permanent devastation of losing a child, the policy failures that led to the tragedy, and why parents can no longer afford to remain passive about school safety. This conversation explores accountability, school security measures that actually work, law enforcement response, modern parenting challenges, and the uncomfortable truth that change begins locally—not politically. Key Takeaways

State Rep Jody Barrett Talks Legislative Priorities…Tennessee Anti-Grooming Act, Transparency for Schools Vouchers & the Death Penalty, Medical Freedom & More!Tennessee State Representative Jody Barrett (R-Dickson-District 69) interviewed by The Tennessee Conservative's Olivia Lupia.

As Ohio continues to spend more than $1 billion each year of public taxpayer money on unaccountable private school voucher schemes, more than 325 Ohio school districts are standing together in the Vouchers Hurt Ohio lawsuit to force the state to stop cutting those checks. In June 2025, a Franklin County Common Pleas Court judge sided with the coalition on three counts, declaring vouchers unconstitutional in the state. But, the case now has to continue moving through the appeals process before there can be injunctive relief. Chardon Education Association member Dan Heintz is on the Vouchers Hurt Ohio steering committee, and in this episode, he walks us through the legal arguments that are being made, the next steps, and what educators across the state should be saying to their district leaders about joining the lawsuit.A LOOK AT THE TIMELINE:January, 2022 - The Vouchers Hurt Ohio coalition files the lawsuit in the Franklin County Common Pleas court challenging the constitutionality of the state's private school voucher program. Click here to read the press release, which includes a link to a copy of the complaint.June, 2025 - Franklin County Court of Common Pleas Judge Jaiza Page rules Ohio's voucher scheme unconstitutional on three of five counts. Click here to read OEA's statement on the ruling. January, 2026 - Both sides file reply briefs in the 10th District Court of Appeals as the state's appeal of Judge Page's ruling moves forward through the courts. Click here to check out some of the news coverage about the filing. Click here to read the Vouchers Hurt Ohio reply brief for yourself. Summer, 2026 - Oral arguments are expected in the 10th District Court of Appeals.???? - The 10th District Court of Appeals will issue its ruling and the case will likely move forward to the Ohio Supreme Court.WHAT THEY'RE SAYING IN COURT | Click here to read more on the five counts at the center of the Vouchers Hurt Ohio lawsuit.JOIN THE LAWSUIT | Click here for a list of school districts currently participating in the lawsuit. Click here and here for info and resources to advocate for your school district to join the lawsuit, too. SUBSCRIBE | Click here to subscribe to Public Education Matters on Apple Podcasts or click here to listen on Spotify so you don't miss a thing. You can also find Public Education Matters on many other platforms. Click here for some of those links so you can listen anywhere. And don't forget you can listen to all of the previous episodes anytime on your favorite podcast platform, or by clicking here.Featured Public Education Matters guest: Dan Heintz, Chardon Education Association memberDan Heintz is a public school grad, dad, teacher and advocate. He teaches at Chardon High School, serves on the Board of Education for the Cleveland Heights - University Heights school district, and is a member of the Steering Committee for the Vouchers Hurt Ohio lawsuit.  Connect with OEA:Email educationmatters@ohea.org with your feedback or ideas for future Public Education Matters topicsLike OEA on FacebookFollow OEA on TwitterFollow OEA on InstagramGet the latest news and statements from OEA hereLearn more about where OEA stands on the issues Keep up to date on the legislation affecting Ohio public schools and educators with OEA's Legislative WatchAbout us:The Ohio Education Association represents nearly 120,000 teachers, faculty members and support professionals who work in Ohio's schools, colleges, and universities to help improve public education and the lives of Ohio's children. OEA members provide professional services to benefit students, schools, and the public in virtually every position needed to run Ohio's schools.Public Education Matters host Katie Olmsted serves as Media Relations Consultant for the Ohio Education Association. She joined OEA in May 2020, after a ten-year career as an Emmy Award-winning television reporter, anchor, and producer. Katie comes from a family of educators and is passionate about telling educators' stories and advocating for Ohio's students. She lives in Central Ohio with her husband and two young children. This episode was recorded on January 13, 2026.

Hundreds of thousands of California families rely on federal housing assistance programs to make rent- you might know it as Section 8 vouchers. Based on their income, they'll pay a certain percentage of the rent and the government pays the rest. Recipients include seniors, veterans, people with disabilities and children. But the Trump administration is expected to introduce new rules to these programs in the coming months. Some lawmakers argue that could make assistance harder to access. Guest: Sharon Quirk-Silva, California State Assembly California's investing billions of dollars into a new grade for 4-year-olds called transitional kindergarten. But the state hasn't set aside any money to evaluate it. Reporter: Elly Yu, LAist On Wednesday, the city of Escondido in San Diego County will discuss a controversial contract that its police department has with the Department of Homeland Security. The contract allows federal agents to use a local gun range for 20 days a year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Part 1:We talk with Jaden Edison, reporter for the Texas Tribune.We discuss the school vouchers now in place in Texas, for which the initial budget authorization is $1 Billion, and will likely grow to several time that.Vouchers are being granted mostly to parents who already have children in private schools. Some private schools are shut out of that because they are being classified as being training grounds for 'terrorists', without proof or even examination. We discuss criteria, oversight (none), and the effect on public schools, effect on rural schools in Texas.Part 2:We talk with Bill Curry and Jamie Rowen,We discuss the proliferation of ICE human warehouses, centers where detainees will be kept. What are the implications of such local "concentration camps" for the neighborhoods and towns where this will be done?WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: "That's how every empire falls", John Pine  2015

It's Friday, which means Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson are back with Mike Hosking to Wrap the Week that Was. They discussed intermittent fasting, after a global review found it might not be the magic bullet it's said to be, the earlier chat with Angela Strange about Te Huia, and how much you spend when given an unlimited restaurant voucher. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Government support measures such as CDC vouchers were meant to cushion soaring inflation. But are they fiscally sustainable? Synopsis: On Wednesdays, The Straits Times takes a hard look at Singapore's social issues of the day with guests.Temporary government handouts like the CDC vouchers were meant to cushion the impact of Covid-19 and soaring inflation due to supply shocks that were caused by global events like the war in Ukraine. But with inflation cooling to trend levels, can Singaporeans wean off the ‘free money’ reliance from CDC vouchers that were meant to be temporary? In this episode - which comes out a day ahead of Budget 2026 - ST assistant podcast editor Lynda Hong speaks to independent economist Song Seng Wun; and sociologist Clara Lee, research fellow at Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy’s Institute of Policy Studies. Apart from how the CDC voucher scheme has since become a staple of the government’s support package, they delve into different forms of welfare Singaporeans now receive, and the impact on small businesses should the scheme be withdrawn. Highlights (click/tap above): 4:11 Impact on heartland merchants should CDC vouchers be withdrawn 9:42 Why are we using 'emergency' vouchers in a recovering economy? 15:49 Exiting from the policy of handing out CDC vouchers 20:43 Digital infrastructure to distribute CDC vouchers are now well-established: Clara 22:45 Redefining welfare state? Read ST’s Opinion section: https://str.sg/w7sH Host: Lynda Hong (lyndahong@sph.com.sg) Produced and edited by: Hadyu Rahim Executive producers: Ernest Luis & Lynda Hong Follow In Your Opinion Podcast here and get notified for new episode drops: Channel: https://str.sg/w7Qt Apple Podcasts: https://str.sg/wukb Spotify: https://str.sg/w7sV Feedback to: podcast@sph.com.sg SPH Awedio app: https://www.awedio.sg --- Follow more ST podcast channels: All-in-one ST Podcasts channel: https://str.sg/wvz7 Get more updates: http://str.sg/stpodcasts The Usual Place Podcast YouTube: https://str.sg/theusualplacepodcast --- Get The Straits Times app, which has a dedicated podcast player section: The App Store: https://str.sg/icyB Google Play: https://str.sg/icyX --- #inyouropinion See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

בפרק זה של הפודקאסט "על המשמעות" עו"ד תמיר דורטל מארח את טל לוריא, מייסד "מורים מובילים שינוי", וטל קופל, מורה, פובליציסט ופעיל חברתי, לשיחה מרתקת על המתח שבין חינוך לערכים לבין אינדוקטרינציה במערכת החינוך הישראלית.האם תפקידו של בית הספר הוא לייצר "בוגר רצוי" בעל השקפת עולם ספציפית, או שמא עליו להסתפק בהקניית מיומנויות יסוד והשכלה פורמלית? בלב הראיון עומד עימות רעיוני עמוק בין הגישה הליברלית-אינדיבידואליסטית של טל לוריא, לבין הגישה הסטייטיסטית-לאומית של טל קופל. לוריא טוען כי במערכת ריכוזית וציבורית, כל ניסיון לחינוך ערכי הופך לכלי מסוכן בידי השלטון לכפיית אג'נדות (מהפרוגרס ועד ללאומנות), ולכן יש לצמצם את תפקיד המדינה למינימום הדידקטי ולהחזיר את האחריות הערכית להורים ולקהילה. מנגד, קופל סבור כי מדינת לאום מחויבת לייצר "שפה תרבותית משותפת" וסטנדרט ערכי מינימלי כדי לשמר את הזהות היהודית והלכידות הלאומית לאורך זמן.במהלך הדיון עולות שאלות נוקבות: האם מורה יכול בכלל להיות ניטרלי? האם הקצאת שעות למתמטיקה על חשבון תנ"ך היא כשלעצמה אמירה ערכית? וכיצד משפיעה איכות כוח האדם בהוראה על היכולת לחנך לערכים? המאזינים ייחשפו לניתוח מעמיק של מודלים חלופיים כמו שיטת השוברים (Vouchers), חינוך קהילתי והפרטה, תוך בחינת המציאות הריאלית של חדר המורים הישראלי לעומת האידיאל הפילוסופי.זהו פרק חובה לכל הורה, איש חינוך או אזרח המוטרד מעתיד הדור הבא. האם אנחנו מגדלים כאן "הומו-אקונומיקוס" תועלתני, או בוגר בעל שורשים ותרבות? והאם ניתן בכלל לסמוך על המדינה שתעשה את העבודה עבורנו? הצטרפו לשיחה שחודרת אל מתחת לפני השטח של הוויכוח על "חינוך חינם" ומגיעה אל שאלת המשמעות של החינוך עצמו.00:00:00 פתיחה והצגת הדוברים00:00:43 הגישה הליברלית: המדינה לא יכולה לחנך לערכים00:05:40 הגישה הממלכתית: תפקיד החינוך בשימור הציוויליזציה00:11:40 הסכנה בריכוזיות הכוח אצל המדינה00:16:30 דמות הבוגר הרצוי וכפייה ערכית00:26:00 האם ניתן להנחיל ערכים דרך תוכנית הלימודים?00:36:00 אנלוגיית החוג לקראטה: כפייה מול בחירה00:46:20 ואקום אידיאולוגי וסכנת ההשתלטות הפרוגרסיבית00:54:40 הוויכוח על "כללי המשחק" מול השמאל01:05:00 האם הימין יודע להשתמש במערכות המדינה?01:14:00 האם מורים באמת מסוגלים לחנך לערכים?01:21:40 חינוך לגיוס לצה"ל: הצלחה או כישלון?01:32:50 בינוניות המורים והאקדמיזציה של המערכת (פרימיום)01:42:30 סיכום: בין ליברליזציה לעמוד שדרה לאומי (פרימיום)#פודקאסט #על_המשמעותSupport the showתוכנית המנויים "על המשמעות פלוס" ➕: https://bit.ly/MashmaPlus גישה מוקדמת לפרקים

In this episode, Chuck Todd reacts to the Seahawks winning the Super Bowl, then examines the political shockwaves rippling through Washington after Donald Trump’s controversial and widely condemned post about the Obamas, placing it within the broader context of Trump’s long history of racial controversies and growing unease inside his own coalition. As criticism emerges from Republican lawmakers, conservative legal voices, and even Olympic athletes, Todd explores signs that Trump’s influence may be weakening—fueled by internal party fractures, controversial foreign policy moves, and a leadership circle increasingly insulating him from reality. With a surge of congressional retirements, warning signs from special elections, and historical trends favoring the opposition party, the conversation turns to whether Republicans are heading toward a major electoral setback—and whether worsening controversies, including ongoing fallout from Epstein-related revelations, could further reshape the political landscape before November. Then, former White House Chief of Staff & Mayor of Chicago, Rahm Emanuel joins the Chuck ToddCast for a wide-ranging conversation on the forces shaping America’s political and economic future. He discusses why the 2028 election will be about what’s ahead—not what’s behind—and argues that understanding AI, energy, and the changing nature of work is now essential for anyone seeking leadership. Emanuel makes the case that education and vocational training remain the clearest pathway to the middle class, warns about declining reading proficiency, and examines what schools must do to prepare students for a rapidly evolving world. He also explores how both parties lost their way on education, why fundamentals matter, and what voters are really demanding from the system. The discussion then turns sharply to politics, power, and the health of American institutions. Emanuel weighs in on Trump-era controversies, Congress’s weakened role, and concerns about election integrity and the post-election environment. He outlines how Democrats can rebuild a winning coalition by welcoming independents and former Republicans, focusing on economic fairness, and preparing for a potential 2026 wave election. The episode closes with a global lens—covering U.S.–Israel dynamics, political polarization, wealth inequality, and whether national service could help reunite a fractured country—framing a central question: if the midterms fail to reset the trajectory, what comes next for American democracy? Finally, Chuck comments on the fallout from the mass layoffs at the Washington Post, hops in the ToddCast Time Machine to revisit the history of the Iranian revolution and answers listeners’ questions in the “Ask Chuck” segment. Get your wardrobe sorted and your gift list handled with Quince. Don't wait! Go to https://Quince.com/CHUCK for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too! Protect your family with life insurance from Ethos. Get up to $3 million in coverage in as little as 10 minutes at https://ethos.com/chuck. Application times may vary. Rates may vary. Thank you Wildgrain for sponsoring. Visit http://wildgrain.com/TODDCAST and use the code "TODDCAST" at checkout to receive $30 off your first box PLUS free Croissants for life! Link in bio or go to https://getsoul.com & enter code TODDCAST for 30% off your first order. Timeline: (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements) 00:00 Chuck Todd’s introduction 00:30 Super Bowl reaction 03:15 Bad Bunny’s halftime show was a great tour of Latin culture 04:30 The AI de-aging in the commercials is creepy 06:00 Half of the AI companies advertising likely won’t exist in 3 years 10:00 Fallout from Trump’s racist post about the Obamas 11:00 Trump’s entire history has included accusations of racism 11:45 Trump definitely made the post, Republicans push back on it 13:30 The cracks in the Trump coalition grow deeper by the week 14:30 Trump didn’t have much filter before, losing it as he ages 15:30 Olympic athletes voiced concerns & opposition to administration 16:30 Trump’s inner circle keep him in a “safe space” cocoon 17:30 In six weeks of 2026, Trump has put the GOP on the defensive 19:15 Close Trump allies in congress willing to criticize him 21:00 Conservative legal analysts rip Trump for corrupt UAE deal 23:15 Trump’s Greenland posturing turned allies against the U.S. 24:00 An electoral disaster is brewing for the Republicans 24:30 Nearing a record number of incumbents retiring from congress 27:00 Historical trends suggest massive gains for the out party 28:30 Retiring members sound like they are done with politics 29:45 Retirements will create an institutional knowledge gap 31:15 Retirements are a warning sign for disastrous upcoming election 35:00 Redistricting could create even more retirements 36:15 Two more special elections swung massively toward Democrats 37:15 Any Republican in a 59% or less Trump district is in danger 39:30 Almost no scenario where Republicans hold the house 40:45 Inconceivable that Trump recovers his approval rating by Nov. 42:30 The Epstein file releases keep getting worse and worse for Trump 56:15 Rahm Emmanuel joins the Chuck ToddCast 57:45 What does the average week look like for Rahm Emmanuel? 58:45 Trying to get a good understanding of AI & energy distribution 59:45 Candidates better understand AI because it’s driving economy 1:00:15 2028 election will be about the future not the past 1:01:45 Education and vocational training are the ticket to middle class 1:03:15 Coding used to be the most sought after skill, now it’s irrelevant 1:04:15 How to prepare students for a rapidly changing world? 1:05:45 AI won’t eliminate vocational professionals 1:07:30 Students are at a 30 year low in reading proficiency 1:08:15 Education is a highly motivating issue for voters 1:08:45 Vouchers don’t help rural communities 1:09:45 GOP has abandoned public ed, Dems abandoned accountability 1:11:00 Governors used to compete to be the “education governor” 1:11:45 Lotteries became the popular way to fund public education 1:12:30 Mississippi found a successful education model & it was copied 1:15:00 If schools focus on the fundamentals, scores go up 1:16:30 Trump’s UAE corruption scandal the worst in history 1:18:00 Trump is supposed to work for the voters checkbook, not his own 1:18:45 Trump’s pardons are almost exclusively for white collar crime 1:20:30 Congress has completely abdicated their responsibility 1:22:00 Founders were very worried about a corrupt executive 1:23:30 Major international shakeups and DNI is at Georgia election office 1:25:00 There are certain features of elections Trump can’t screw with 1:26:45 Rahm is more worried about the post election environment 1:27:30 The institutions have failed, but the people will protect this country 1:28:15 Worried that Mike Johnson may screw with the seating of new congress 1:29:15 Mike Johnson doesn’t have Mike Pence’s courage 1:31:45 What issues should Democrats should prioritize to win elections 1:32:45 2026 will be a wave election, presents chance to win local/state races 1:34:15 Tax refunds won’t be the electoral boon Republicans think they will 1:35:00 There’s no upside to being a long-term planner in American politics 1:36:15 What states should Dems target outside the 7 battlegrounds? 1:37:00 Never Trump Republicans finding more affinity with Democratic party 1:38:00 Democrats need to welcome former Republicans & independents 1:39:15 Unaffiliated voters are where you get your electoral majority 1:40:45 Progressive vs. Moderate viability for Democrats 1:43:15 Democratic electorate is always looking for someone new 1:44:15 The future will be on the ballot in 2028 1:46:30 Biden promised to unite the country & only united his party. It’s why he failed 1:48:00 Mandatory national service could help reunite the country 1:51:15 Entire tax code is built around wealth preservation, not creating wealth 1:53:15 People are tired by the ultra rich playing by their own set of rules 1:54:15 WaPo is an institution, and Bezos is gutting it against public interest 1:56:45 How welcome will a Jewish candidate be in a Democratic primary? 1:58:15 Separating the Jewish people/religion from Bibi’s government 2:00:00 Bibi’s governance has made Israel more vulnerable and isolated 2:01:00 Did we export our politics to Israel or are we emulating them? 2:02:00 If Democrats fail to win the midterms… then what? 2:04:00 Send us your guest requests & suggestions! 2:05:45 Will Lewis resigns, cements himself as worst publisher of WaPo 2:06:45 The Washington Post will fade into irrelevance after layoffs 2:08:00 Lack of local coverage bad for DC sports teams & venues 2:09:30 Team owners in DC should help fund local coverage 2:11:30 WaPo owner & publisher weren’t willing to own the layoffs 2:12:00 ToddCast Time Machine - February 11th 1979 2:12:15 Iranian shah’s regime collapsed, created Islamic Republic 2:13:15 Iran/Persia is one of the longest continuing states in history 2:14:45 Persia was neutral in WW1 & had its sovereignty violated 2:15:30 Collapse of Ottoman empire led to new states created by European powers 2:16:30 There’s a long history of small D democracy in Iran 2:17:30 The Shah’s project was forced modernization 2:18:45 The coup turned the Shah into the central pillar of the state 2:19:45 U.S. violating Iran’s sovereignty created anti-Americanism 2:21:00 Ayatollah Khamenei emerged as symbol of the resistance 2:21:45 Shah decided to expel Khamenei, gave him more rhetorical power 2:23:00 The Iranian revolution was broad based, but the clerical faction won 2:23:45 Hostage crisis came 9 months after the revolution 2:24:15 If we intervene now, it would be on the side of the Iranian people 2:25:30 Intervening on behalf of democracy works better than self-interest 2:26:15 Transactional politics without a moral code bites us in the ass 2:27:30 Ask Chuck 2:27:45 If Trump proved he was 2020 winner, does that make 2024 win unconstitutional? 2:31:30 Is it better for ethical people to stay in government to prevent someone worse? 2:35:30 Why not include Mississippi as state for Dems to target by 2032? 2:38:45 Causes for both alarm & optimism 2:42:00 Should MLB change the rule for intentional walks to make it two bases? 2:44:15 Some nicknames for the Trump/UAE corruption scandalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former White House Chief of Staff & Mayor of Chicago, Rahm Emanuel joins the Chuck ToddCast for a wide-ranging conversation on the forces shaping America’s political and economic future. He discusses why the 2028 election will be about what’s ahead—not what’s behind—and argues that understanding AI, energy, and the changing nature of work is now essential for anyone seeking leadership. Emanuel makes the case that education and vocational training remain the clearest pathway to the middle class, warns about declining reading proficiency, and examines what schools must do to prepare students for a rapidly evolving world. He also explores how both parties lost their way on education, why fundamentals matter, and what voters are really demanding from the system. The discussion then turns sharply to politics, power, and the health of American institutions. Emanuel weighs in on Trump-era controversies, Congress’s weakened role, and concerns about election integrity and the post-election environment. He outlines how Democrats can rebuild a winning coalition by welcoming independents and former Republicans, focusing on economic fairness, and preparing for a potential 2026 wave election. The episode closes with a global lens—covering U.S.–Israel dynamics, political polarization, wealth inequality, and whether national service could help reunite a fractured country—framing a central question: if the midterms fail to reset the trajectory, what comes next for American democracy? Get your wardrobe sorted and your gift list handled with Quince. Don't wait! Go to https://Quince.com/CHUCK for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too! Protect your family with life insurance from Ethos. Get up to $3 million in coverage in as little as 10 minutes at https://ethos.com/chuck. Application times may vary. Rates may vary. Thank you Wildgrain for sponsoring. Visit http://wildgrain.com/TODDCAST and use the code "TODDCAST" at checkout to receive $30 off your first box PLUS free Croissants for life! Link in bio or go to https://getsoul.com & enter code TODDCAST for 30% off your first order. Timeline: (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements) 00:00 Rahm Emmanuel joins the Chuck ToddCast 01:30 What does the average week look like for Rahm Emmanuel? 02:30 Trying to get a good understanding of AI & energy distribution 03:30 Candidates better understand AI because it’s driving economy 04:00 2028 election will be about the future not the past 05:30 Education and vocational training are the ticket to middle class 07:00 Coding used to be the most sought after skill, now it’s irrelevant 08:00 How to prepare students for a rapidly changing world? 09:30 AI won’t eliminate vocational professionals 11:15 Students are at a 30 year low in reading proficiency 12:00 Education is a highly motivating issue for voters 12:30 Vouchers don’t help rural communities 13:30 GOP has abandoned public ed, Dems abandoned accountability 14:45 Governors used to compete to be the “education governor” 15:30 Lotteries became the popular way to fund public education 16:15 Mississippi found a successful education model & it was copied 18:45 If schools focus on the fundamentals, scores go up 20:15 Trump’s UAE corruption scandal the worst in history 21:45 Trump is supposed to work for the voters checkbook, not his own 22:30 Trump’s pardons are almost exclusively for white collar crime 24:15 Congress has completely abdicated their responsibility 25:45 Founders were very worried about a corrupt executive 27:15 Major international shakeups and DNI is at Georgia election office 28:45 There are certain features of elections Trump can’t screw with 30:30 Rahm is more worried about the post election environment 31:15 The institutions have failed, but the people will protect this country 32:00 Worried that Mike Johnson may screw with the seating of new congress 33:00 Mike Johnson doesn’t have Mike Pence’s courage 35:30 What issues should Democrats should prioritize to win elections 36:30 2026 will be a wave election, presents chance to win local/state races 38:00 Tax refunds won’t be the electoral boon Republicans think they will 38:45 There’s no upside to being a long-term planner in American politics 40:00 What states should Dems target outside the 7 battlegrounds? 40:45 Never Trump Republicans finding more affinity with Democratic party 41:45 Democrats need to welcome former Republicans & independents 43:00 Unaffiliated voters are where you get your electoral majority 44:30 Progressive vs. Moderate viability for Democrats 47:00 Democratic electorate is always looking for someone new 48:00 The future will be on the ballot in 2028 50:15 Biden promised to unite the country & only united his party. It’s why he failed 51:45 Mandatory national service could help reunite the country 55:00 Entire tax code is built around wealth preservation, not creating wealth 57:00 People are tired by the ultra rich playing by their own set of rules 58:00 WaPo is an institution, and Bezos is gutting it against public interest 1:00:30 How welcome will a Jewish candidate be in a Democratic primary? 1:02:00 Separating the Jewish people/religion from Bibi’s government 1:03:45 Bibi’s governance has made Israel more vulnerable and isolated 1:04:45 Did we export our politics to Israel or are we emulating them? 1:05:45 If Democrats fail to win the midterms… then what?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The case against a Shorewood man found guilty of trespassing along Lake Michigan. Nearly half of private school students are using publicly funded vouchers. The history of Milwaukee's Enderis Park neighborhood.

Data from the Department of Public Instruction show that nearly half of Wisconsin private school students use vouchers to pay for private school tuition, according to reporting from Wisconsin Watch.

Senate Education Committee Chairman Dennis DeBar says he will allow his committee to vote on the House's school choice measure, but he's still convinced the proposal to spend public money on private schooling will not pass in the Senate. Why are senators opposed to this? He explains.

Iola USD 257 Superintendent Stacey Fager has been in education his whole career. He came to Iola 19 years ago and has led the school district since 2017. Fager believes in public education and its importance to young people, communities and our society. He's also clear-eyed about the challenges public schools face today. In this episode of “Registered,” we talk with Fager about a bill to ban cell phones in Kansas schools, the dangers he sees in a statewide voucher program, and what the future may bring.

In this episode, Matt sits down with Jeff Bisson, Executive Director of Rochester Main Street, to talk about upcoming downtown events and share an update on future programming. In the second half, Matt is joined by Jeanne Grover, founder of Vouchers for Veterans, to discuss the Harvest Market, currently in the planning stages for later this year.

In this episode of the Chuck ToddCast, Chuck delivers a blunt warning about how Donald Trump’s erratic, ahistorical tariff strategy is pushing the United States toward a self-inflicted crisis—one that could even stumble into war. With none of the usual political penalties applying to Trump, elected Republicans have opted for fearful silence, becoming complicit as tariffs punish American taxpayers and U.S. credibility abroad rapidly erodes. Americans, worn down by “Trump Exhaustion Syndrome” and the lack of consequences after January 6th, are watching as the last real guardrail—the economy—buckles under market turmoil, while Congress and the Supreme Court delay or abdicate their responsibility to act. The episode underscores the extraordinary global fallout: Canada openly questioning whether it can rely on the U.S., wargaming invasion scenarios, pursuing “strategic autonomy,” and calling for new middle-power alliances even as it reaffirms commitment to NATO. As isolationism spreads and the rules-based order America once led begins to fracture, Chuck argues that only a congressional reckoning—or a midterm revolt—can halt the damage and preserve the country’s democratic institutions. Gina Hinojosa, a Texas state representative and Democratic candidate for governor, joins Chuck to discuss how the school choice debate has created unexpected opportunities for Democrats in traditionally red states. Hinojosa, who entered politics through school board advocacy to save her son's school, argues that corruption—not ideology—is the biggest driver of Texas politics. She accuses Governor Greg Abbott of holding school funding hostage to push through a voucher program, forcing closures across the state while Texas ranks in the bottom three nationally for education funding. Hinojosa contends that vouchers lack transparency and accountability, and notes that even Trump-voting Texas women have joined the fight against them. She criticizes charter schools for cherry-picking students while taking public resources, and highlights how special education funding has been systematically cut, leaving expensive and crucial services unmet. Beyond education, Hinojosa paints a broader picture of dysfunction in Texas, claiming Abbott has awarded $1 billion in no-bid contracts to donors—what she calls the "Greg Abbott corruption tax"—and pointing to failures in the state's deregulated electric grid, border policy, and treatment of vulnerable communities. She argues that Texas operates as a three-party state, with two Republican wings and Democrats, and describes how Abbott used millions to primary moderate "Bush Republicans," successfully defeating nine incumbents who wouldn't toe the line. While acknowledging challenges like the border security issue that flipped the Rio Grande Valley toward Trump and ICE enforcement she describes as "terrorizing communities," Hinojosa sees opportunities in growing business community frustration over tariffs and deportations. She emphasizes that despite Texas's economic power and population growth—which will add 4-5 congressional districts—ordinary Texans aren't benefiting, with small business owners earning less than the national average and electric bills skyrocketing due to data center demand and grid mismanagement. Finally, Chuck updates his ToddCast Top 5 senate seats Democrats are most likely to flip in the midterms, answers listeners’ questions in the “Ask Chuck” segment and recaps his experience at the college football national championship game… and the insane prices being charged to attend. Get your wardrobe sorted and your gift list handled with Quince. Don't wait! Go to https://Quince.com/CHUCK for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too! Protect your family with life insurance from Ethos. Get up to $3 million in coverage in as little as 10 minutes at https://ethos.com/chuck. Application times may vary. Rates may vary. Thank you Wildgrain for sponsoring. Visit http://wildgrain.com/TODDCAST and use the code "TODDCAST" at checkout to receive $30 off your first box PLUS free Croissants for life! Timeline: (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements) 00:00 Chuck Todd’s introduction 06:00 Trump is potentially stumbling into a war over tariffs 07:00 Trump’s strategy is erratic & detached from historical norms 07:45 None of the usual political penalties apply to Trump 08:15 Canada is preparing & worrying that U.S. could invade 08:45 Trump’s tariffs punish the American taxpayer 09:30 Elected Republicans are afraid of voicing dissent 10:45 Republicans choose silence & makes them complicit 12:00 Americans are numb, suffering from “Trump Exhaustion Syndrome” 13:00 Lack of consequences for January 6th emboldened Trump 14:45 Trump has weakened American credibility abroad 16:00 There’s little check left in the GOP to prevent damage 16:30 The only guardrail left is the economy and markets, which crated 18:15 Isolationism is terrible politics and terrible for the country 19:15 Congress is the only institution that can stop Trump & is abdicating 20:15 SCOTUS delays ruling on tariffs, making them hard to unwind 21:15 It’s possible the midterms become a revolt & sober up the GOP 21:45 Trump is affected by the “political YOLO virus” 22:30 Mitch McConnell could have changed the course of history, and didn’t 23:30 Trump has made America most vulnerable & isolated in decades 25:00 Canadian PM gives Davos speech pleading with Americans 26:00 When America chooses isolationism, so will everyone else 27:00 Canada has shifted toward “strategic autonomy” 28:15 Carney is saying Canada can’t rely on the United States 29:00 Canada is wargaming for an invasion from the south 29:45 Canada proposes a middle power trading bloc 31:15 Carney says Canada stands committed to NATO’s Article 5 31:45 Canada looking for new partners to confront an aggressive U.S. 32:30 America has thrived atop the rules based order, and is risking everything 34:45 25th Amendment intended for true incapacitation 35:30 Congress has to do its job to preserve the America we love 42:45 Gina Hinojosa joins the Chuck ToddCast 43:45 School choice issue has opened the door for Dems in red states 45:15 Gina’s background in education & school board politics 46:45 Ran for school board to save her son’s school 47:15 Greg Abbott is reallocating money, forcing school closures 48:00 Corruption is biggest driver of politics in Texas 48:45 Consultants & vendors use part time legislators to make money 49:30 Schools closing all over Texas due to budget cuts & vouchers 50:45 Abbott held school funding hostage trying to pass voucher program 51:15 Texas is bottom 3 in the country for school funding 52:45 Texas women who voted Trump joined fight against vouchers 54:00 Vouchers have no transparency or accountability 55:15 The school funding model hasn’t changed since industrial age 56:30 Do you support Texas’s “recapture” funding model? 57:45 The recaptured money is being wasted 59:15 Student testing and NAEP scores are decreasing overall 1:00:30 Teachers deserve to be treated and paid like professional 1:01:15 Special needs students can attend private school funded by state 1:02:15 Special education is very expensive & requests go unmet 1:03:30 State cut corners to avoid paying for special ed students 1:05:00 Charter schools take public resources but not all kids 1:06:00 Charter schools deny admission to kids with disciplinary records 1:07:30 Education paid for by Texas property taxes which have skyrocketed 1:08:00 Texans pay the “Greg Abbott corruption tax” 1:08:45 Abbott has given $1 billion dollars in no-bid contracts to donors 1:10:30 The corruption issue is ripe but the electorate is cynical on both sides 1:12:00 Abbott’s corruption is the #1 talking point in the Republican primary 1:13:15 Gas companies let Texans freeze until prices spiked high enough 1:15:15 Border security issue led to Rio Grande valley voting for Trump 1:16:45 Biden was able to fix border issues, just took too long to do it 1:17:15 Deportations flipped political sentiment in Rio Grande valley 1:18:45 ICE is terrorizing communities 1:19:30 Masked law enforcement should be illegal 1:20:30 Texas is a three party state: Two GOP wings & Democrats 1:21:15 How can you grow the Democratic party in Texas? 1:22:30 The “Bush Republicans” in TX can’t vote their districts or conscience 1:23:00 Abbott used millions to primary Bush Republicans & 9 lost their race 1:24:15 Is the GOP nationalizing the race your biggest challenge? 1:25:15 Texas will gain 4-5 congressional districts due to growth 1:27:30 The business community in TX is mad at tariffs & deportations 1:28:15 People of Texas aren’t benefiting from their economic power 1:30:00 Small business owners make less than average nationally 1:30:30 Texas’s electric grid is a ticking time bomb 1:31:00 Deregulation & corruption have exacerbated issues with grid 1:31:45 Electric bills skyrocketing due to data centers 1:33:15 Thoughts on nuclear energy to address energy problems? 1:34:45 Favorite food on the campaign trail? 1:37:30 Chuck’s thoughts on interview with Gina Hinojosa 1:39:00 ToddCast Top 5 seats Democrats can win & flip senate 1:41:45 #1 North Carolina & #2 Maine 1:45:30 #3 Michigan 1:48:45 #4 Ohio 1:50:15 #5 Alaska 1:53:30 Ask Chuck 1:54:15 Which presidency would be more dangerous… Trump or Vance? 1:58:30 If most Americans are center left or right, why can’t we elect centrists? 2:03:15 Would military action against a treaty ally be considered an illegal order? 2:06:45 How should the country resolve insider trading on the prediction markets? 2:08:15 Reaction to Indiana winning National Championship over Miami 2:18:30 The prices at the National Championship were highway robberySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gina Hinojosa, a Texas state representative and Democratic candidate for governor, joins the Chuck ToddCast to discuss how the school choice debate has created unexpected opportunities for Democrats in traditionally red states. Hinojosa, who entered politics through school board advocacy to save her son's school, argues that corruption—not ideology—is the biggest driver of Texas politics. She accuses Governor Greg Abbott of holding school funding hostage to push through a voucher program, forcing closures across the state while Texas ranks in the bottom three nationally for education funding. Hinojosa contends that vouchers lack transparency and accountability, and notes that even Trump-voting Texas women have joined the fight against them. She criticizes charter schools for cherry-picking students while taking public resources, and highlights how special education funding has been systematically cut, leaving expensive and crucial services unmet. Beyond education, Hinojosa paints a broader picture of dysfunction in Texas, claiming Abbott has awarded $1 billion in no-bid contracts to donors—what she calls the "Greg Abbott corruption tax"—and pointing to failures in the state's deregulated electric grid, border policy, and treatment of vulnerable communities. She argues that Texas operates as a three-party state, with two Republican wings and Democrats, and describes how Abbott used millions to primary moderate "Bush Republicans," successfully defeating nine incumbents who wouldn't toe the line. While acknowledging challenges like the border security issue that flipped the Rio Grande Valley toward Trump and ICE enforcement she describes as "terrorizing communities," Hinojosa sees opportunities in growing business community frustration over tariffs and deportations. She emphasizes that despite Texas's economic power and population growth—which will add 4-5 congressional districts—ordinary Texans aren't benefiting, with small business owners earning less than the national average and electric bills skyrocketing due to data center demand and grid mismanagement. Get your wardrobe sorted and your gift list handled with Quince. Don't wait! Go to https://Quince.com/CHUCK for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too! Protect your family with life insurance from Ethos. Get up to $3 million in coverage in as little as 10 minutes at https://ethos.com/chuck. Application times may vary. Rates may vary. Thank you Wildgrain for sponsoring. Visit http://wildgrain.com/TODDCAST and use the code "TODDCAST" at checkout to receive $30 off your first box PLUS free Croissants for life! Timeline: (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements) 00:00 Gina Hinojosa joins the Chuck ToddCast 01:00 School choice issue has opened the door for Dems in red states 02:30 Gina’s background in education & school board politics 04:00 Ran for school board to save her son’s school 04:30 Greg Abbott is reallocating money, forcing school closures 05:15 Corruption is biggest driver of politics in Texas 06:00 Consultants & vendors use part time legislators to make money 06:45 Schools closing all over Texas due to budget cuts & vouchers 08:00 Abbott held school funding hostage trying to pass voucher program 08:30 Texas is bottom 3 in the country for school funding 10:00 Texas women who voted Trump joined fight against vouchers 11:15 Vouchers have no transparency or accountability 12:30 The school funding model hasn’t changed since industrial age 13:45 Do you support Texas’s “recapture” funding model? 15:00 The recaptured money is being wasted 16:30 Student testing and NAEP scores are decreasing overall 17:45 Teachers deserve to be treated and paid like professional 18:30 Special needs students can attend private school funded by state 19:30 Special education is very expensive & requests go unmet 20:45 State cut corners to avoid paying for special ed students 22:15 Charter schools take public resources but not all kids 23:15 Charter schools deny admission to kids with disciplinary records 24:45 Education paid for by Texas property taxes which have skyrocketed 25:15 Texans pay the “Greg Abbott corruption tax” 26:00 Abbott has given $1 billion dollars in no-bid contracts to donors 27:45 The corruption issue is ripe but the electorate is cynical on both sides 29:15 Abbott’s corruption is the #1 talking point in the Republican primary 30:30 Gas companies let Texans freeze until prices spiked high enough 32:30 Border security issue led to Rio Grande valley voting for Trump 34:00 Biden was able to fix border issues, just took too long to do it 34:30 Deportations flipped political sentiment in Rio Grande valley 36:00 ICE is terrorizing communities 36:45 Masked law enforcement should be illegal 37:45 Texas is a three party state: Two GOP wings & Democrats 38:30 How can you grow the Democratic party in Texas? 39:45 The “Bush Republicans” in TX can’t vote their districts or conscience 40:15 Abbott used millions to primary Bush Republicans & 9 lost their race 41:30 Is the GOP nationalizing the race your biggest challenge? 42:30 Texas will gain 4-5 congressional districts due to growth 44:45 The business community in TX is mad at tariffs & deportations 45:30 People of Texas aren’t benefiting from their economic power 47:15 Small business owners make less than average nationally 47:45 Texas’s electric grid is a ticking time bomb 48:15 Deregulation & corruption have exacerbated issues with grid 49:00 Electric bills skyrocketing due to data centers 50:30 Thoughts on nuclear to address energy problems? 52:00 Favorite food on the campaign trail?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Recent FDA actions are reshaping key aspects of drug and biologic development, including the Commissioner's National Priority Voucher program, the "plausible mechanism" pathway for personalized therapies, and new draft guidance aimed at streamlining biosimilars and interchangeables. Join Washington, D.C. partner Nathan Beaton and counsel Monica Groat and Chad Jennings as they discuss how these moves differ from traditional policy-making, as well as the practical implications for pricing, manufacturing, M&A, and litigation risk in the healthcare and life sciences industry.   This podcast is provided as a service of Latham & Watkins LLP. Listening to this podcast does not create an attorney client relationship between you and Latham & Watkins LLP, and you should not send confidential information to Latham & Watkins LLP. While we make every effort to assure that the content of this podcast is accurate, comprehensive, and current, we do not warrant or guarantee any of those things and you may not rely on this podcast as a substitute for legal research and/or consulting a qualified attorney. Listening to this podcast is not a substitute for engaging a lawyer to advise on your individual needs. Should you require legal advice on the issues covered in this podcast, please consult a qualified attorney. Under New York's Code of Professional Responsibility, portions of this communication contain attorney advertising. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Results depend upon a variety of factors unique to each representation. Please direct all inquiries regarding the conduct of Latham and Watkins attorneys under New York's Disciplinary Rules to Latham & Watkins LLP, 1271 Avenue of the Americas, New York, NY 10020, Phone: 1.212.906.1200

In this episode, Brian Walters and Jake Gilbreath discuss the new Education Savings Account (ESA) voucher program launching in the state of Texas in 2026 and how it could impact divorce and child custody cases. Jake and Brian explain how school choice may affect conservatorship decisions, private school enrollment, relocation disputes, and child support considerations.

Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor with The Independent, discusses the findings of the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission survey on Christmas spending, including statistics on who hasn't used last year's vouchers and also how much people intend to spend this year.Charlie also looks at the rise in people taking out health insurance cover despite price increases.To catch the full conversation, press the 'play' button on this page.

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NY Daily News, Mamdani plan to scale back NYC gifted and talented program reignites simmering controversy, https://www.nydailynews.com/2025/10/04/mamdani-plan-to-scale-back-nyc-gifted-and-talented-program-reignites-simmering-controversy/ andJames Borland, Gifted Education Without Gifted Childre. https://assets.cambridge.org/97805215/47307/excerpt/, 9780521547307_excerpt.pdfRenzulli Center for Creativity, Gifted Education, and Talent Developmenthttps://gifted.uconn.edu/schoolwide-enrichment-model/ https://gifted.uconn.edu/schoolwide-enrichment-model/Jennifer Berkshire's books, The Education Wars and Wolf at the Schoolhouse Door: The Dismantling of Public Education and the Future of School , https://www.amazon.com/Education-Wars-Citizens-Defense-Manual/dp/1620978547/ and https://www.amazon.com/Wolf-Schoolhouse-Door-Dismantling-Education/dp/1620977958/ref=sr_1_1Jennifer Berkshire, Education Helped Power the Blue Wave, https://educationwars.substack.com/p/education-helped-power-the-blue-waveLaura Pappano, School Moms: Parent Activism, Partisan Politics, and the Battle for Public Education, https://www.amazon.com/School-Moms-Activism-Partisan-Education/dp/0807012661Laura Pappano, At Moms for Liberty summit, parents urged to turn their grievances into lawsuits, https://hechingerreport.org/at-moms-for-liberty-summit-parents-urged-to-turn-their-grievances-into-lawsuits/Jake Zuckerman, Culture warriors lost school board races all around Ohio, https://signalohio.org/culture-warriors-lost-school-board-races-all-around-ohio/David Pepper, Lesson: People Don't Want Crazy on their School Boards, https://davidpepper.substack.com/p/lesson-people-dont-want-crazy-on?r=g8fo&utm_medium=ios&triedRedirect=trueArne Duncan, America is in an ‘education depression.' This solution is a no-brainer, https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2025/11/03/democrats-education-tax-credit-duncan/Jessica Seaman, Colorado teacher unions ride blue wave to victory in school board races, https://www.denverpost.com/2025/11/06/colorado-teacher-union-school-board-elections/Jenny Brundin, Supporters of Propositions MM and LL declare victory, https://www.cpr.org/2025/11/04/proposition-ll-mm-funding-free-school-meals-results/Scotus Blog, Mahmoud v. Taylor https://www.scotusblog.com/cases/case-files/mahmoud-v-taylor/Maggie Scales, Lexington parent sues district over lessons that “normalize LGBTQ relationships” , https://lexobserver.org/2025/11/07/lexington-parent-sues-district-for-burdening-childs-religious-upbringing/

Missouri legislators recently approved the use of millions in state funding for MOScholars, a K-12 school scholarship program that had previously been supported by tax-deductible donations. But an investigation found that nearly all of those state-funded vouchers were used for religious schools.

Next-generation platforms and technologies are getting closer to cracking one of biopharma's biggest problems: delivering medicines, and mAbs in particular, to the brain. On the latest BioCentury This Week podcast, BioCentury's Selina Koch details the latest innovations in blood-brain-barrier shuttles and how the technologies could transform the treatment of neurological diseases.BioCentury's Lauren Martz discusses her conversation with Tony Wood, CSO of GSK, which included the pharma's strategy for indication expansion, why it prefers RNA modalities over AAV-based gene therapies, and how its quest for causal biology has evolved over the years.Washington Editor Steve Usdin discusses the first set of FDA's new commissioner's national priority review vouchers, and why the voucher program is unlikely to function as an incentive capable of steering future behavior. Usdin also discusses the potential impact of FDA staffing reductions on the sector. This episode of BioCentury This Week is sponsored by Evotec.View full story: https://www.biocentury.com/article/657326#BloodBrainBarrier #Neurology #DrugDelivery #MonoclonalAntibodies #RNAtherapeutics #CausalBiology #FDA00:01 - Sponsor Message: Evotec01:57 - Brain Shuttles13:57 - GSK Q&A20:08 - FDA VouchersTo submit a question to BioCentury's editors, email the BioCentury This Week team at podcasts@biocentury.com.Reach us by sending a text

Imagine the physical, emotional, and financial weight of caring for an aging parent with significant disabilities. This July, China launched a new subsidy program to lighten that load. The pilot response has been overwhelming, with over 243,000 vouchers used almost immediately. But is this innovative approach enough to lift the burden, and what hurdles must it still clear? On the show: Steve, Yushan & Guo Yan