In response to the letter “Waiting on Ward’s action on budget” (July 30, TribLIVE) I’d like to set the record straight. The writer is from Fair Districts PA, which I consider to be a left-wing advocacy group. In my opinion, the organization advocates for districts beneficial to Democrats.

Monopolies aren’t good in businesses, and monopolies certainly aren’t good in education. That’s why school vouchers and giving students a choice is imperative if we’re serious about helping our children.

Children shouldn’t be trapped in failing schools based on the ZIP code they were born in. This is common sense — unless you’re a left-wing Democrat or teachers union member?

Outside groups having influence on public officials is one thing; however, it appears the PSEA has outright ownership over Democratic politicians. The PSEA donated $775,000 to Josh Shapiro, and they obviously called in their favor given his sudden overnight reversal on vouchers.

Notice this letter mentioned nothing of the children, since PSEA’s agenda seems to be all about gaining more members and more dues, which equal more political influence.

Maybe if private and charter schools pushed borderline soft porn to students disguised as literature, have drag queen reading sessions and agree to teach our children to hate our country, the left-wing Democrats would begin to support their efforts.

I appreciate Sen. Kim Ward for standing up for those without a voice and attempting to inject some sanity and competition into the public school system that has lost its way.

Jeannette Pavlick

Murrysville

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