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Tennessee Public Schools Rank Low In Math, Reading Scores

NewsChannel5.com, TN - Feb 4, 2009

“One of the most destructive myths of our time is the notion that the problems in America’s schools are primarily a result of inadequate spending. For years, through its annual Report Card, ALEC has performed a noble service for our nation by putting forth the hard facts that challenge this myth, and providing data that prove the positive impact of reforms rooted in accountability, transparency, and parental choice. As a former state legislator and ALEC member, I’m proud of the contribution ALEC continues to make in the effort to ensure every student in America has the opportunity for a quality education.”

- Rep. John Boehner (R-OH), Minority Leader, U.S. House of Representatives

“The ALEC Report Card is the go-to guide for policymakers, parents, and community leaders for extensive information on their state’s educational expenditures, and most important, its accomplishments. ALEC continues to prove itself as an indispensable resource for state legislators as they pursue education reform in their states.”

- State Sen. Nancy Spence (CO), ALEC Education Task Force Chair

“This practical publication is yet another example of how ALEC stands head and shoulders above the crowd. The Report Card on American Education’s spotlight on transparency and dedication to solid data exemplifies the core ALEC mission of informing state policymakers on the issues and providing them with the tools for successful solutions.”

- Robert C. Enlow, President & COO, Friedman Foundation for Educational Choice, ALEC Education Task Force Chair