John Connolly is a man, a Democrat, and my good friend. In this episode, we talk about school choice, teachers' unions, and many more education issues--all while focusing on our commonalities rather than our differences.

Today, we talk about education. We discuss the ins and outs of school choice and stress the need for families to have a say in their children’s educations. We talk about charter schools and how they differ from public schools, exploring the reasons that a person might support or oppose them. We go into the history of the Boston school system and talk about its eccentricities, discussing its pros and cons. John also offers advice on how to get on a school board. Finally, I reflect on the power of focusing on our commonalities rather than our differences.

“Whether they are an ed reformer or a staunchly pro-union individual, that doesn’t matter to me. Come with a willingness to listen to all families and seek out all families and listen to what they want, and proceed from there.”

- John Connolly

This Week on Political Contessa:
School choice
Why education is often too politicized
The ins and outs of teachers unions
Charter schools vs. public schools
The importance of putting families first
Focusing on commonality as an antidote to polarization

Resources Mentioned:
John Connolly on Twitter
School Facts Boston on Twitter
School Facts Boston on Facebook
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John Connolly is a man, a Democrat, and my good friend. In this episode, we talk about school choice, teachers' unions, and many more education issues--all while focusing on our commonalities rather than our differences.
Today, we talk about education. We discuss the ins and outs of school choice and stress the need for families to have a say in their children&rsquo;s educations. We talk about charter schools and how they differ from public schools, exploring the reasons that a person might support or oppose them. We go into the history of the Boston school system and talk about its eccentricities, discussing its pros and cons. John also offers advice on how to get on a school board. Finally, I reflect on the power of focusing on our commonalities rather than our differences.
&ldquo;Whether they are an ed reformer or a staunchly pro-union individual, that doesn&rsquo;t matter to me. Come with a willingness to listen to all families and seek out all families and listen to what they want, and proceed from there.&rdquo;
- John Connolly
This Week on Political Contessa:
<ul>
<li>School choice</li>
<li>Why education is often too politicized</li>
<li>The ins and outs of teachers unions</li>
<li>Charter schools vs. public schools</li>
<li>The importance of putting families first</li>
<li>Focusing on commonality as an antidote to polarization</li>
</ul>
Resources Mentioned:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://twitter.com/johnrconnolly?lang=en">John Connolly on Twitter</a></li>
<li><a href="https://twitter.com/schoolfactsbos?lang=en">School Facts Boston on Twitter</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/SchoolFactsBoston">School Facts Boston on Facebook</a></li>
<li><a href="https://schoolfactsboston.org/">org</a></li>
</ul>
Don&rsquo;t Forget to Pick Up My Quick Guide!
If you&rsquo;ve ever considered running, or you know a woman who should, I&rsquo;ve got something just for you: my quick guide called Secrets from the Campaign Trail. It will show you five signs to tell you you&rsquo;re ready to enter the political arena.
To get these tips and learn about all new podcast episodes and ways to get involved, head over to <a href="http://politicalcontessa.com">politicalcontessa.com</a>.
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My name is Jennifer. I’m a single mom of three girls living in Boston. I’m a lawyer with two political science degrees, and I have no problem talking politics with people who disagree with me.
I spent three years as the Chairman of the Massachusetts GOP and ran for the very liberal Boston City Council. I’m a frequent analyst on Newsmax, Fox News Radio, and Boston Media. As a Republican in a blue state, I know a few things about how to disagree agreeably.
Join me for fascinating conversations that engage and clarify every week. For more information and resources, visit <a href="https://www.politicalcontessa.com">Political Contessa.</a>

Women on the right need a safe space to discuss politics, policy, news, and ownership over the fact that it is ok to agree to disagree. It is our First Amendment right to free speech. Before we can even out the number of women in our local, state, & federal governments, we need to empower women to feel comfortable and confident discussing these and other topics.  My name is Jennifer. I’m a single mom of three girls living in Boston. I’m a lawyer with two political science degrees, and I have no problem talking politics with people who disagree with me.  I spent three years as the Chairman of the Massachusetts GOP and ran for the very liberal Boston City Council. I’m a frequent analyst on Newsmax, Fox News Radio, and Boston Media. As a Republican in a blue state, I know a few things about how to disagree agreeably.  Join me for fascinating conversations that engage and clarify every week. For more information and resources, visit Political Contessa.

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Women on the right need a safe space to discuss politics, policy and news, and ownership over the fact that it is ok to agree to disagree. It is our First Amendment right to free speech.

Before we can even out the number of women in our local, state, & federal governments, we need to empower women to feel comfortable and confident discussing these and other topics.

I’m Jennifer. I’m a single mom of 3 girls living in Boston. I’m a lawyer with 2 political science degrees and I have NO problem talking politics with people who disagree with me.

I spent 3 years as the Chairman of the Massachusetts GOP and ran for the very liberal Boston City Council. I’m a frequent analyst on Newsmax, Fox News Radio, and Boston media. And as a Republican in a blue state, I know a few things about how to disagree agreeably.

Join me for fascinating conversations that engage and clarify every week and for more information and resources visit Political Contessa.

Women on the right need a safe space to discuss politics, policy and news, and ownership over the fact that it is ok to agree to disagree. It is our First Amendment right to free speech.
Before we can even out the number of women in our local, state, &amp; federal governments, we need to empower women to feel comfortable and confident discussing these and other topics.
I&rsquo;m Jennifer. I&rsquo;m a single mom of 3 girls living in Boston. I&rsquo;m a lawyer with 2 political science degrees and I have NO problem talking politics with people who disagree with me.
I spent 3 years as the Chairman of the Massachusetts GOP and ran for the very liberal Boston City Council. I&rsquo;m a frequent analyst on Newsmax, Fox News Radio, and Boston media. And as a Republican in a blue state, I know a few things about how to disagree agreeably.
Join me for fascinating conversations that engage and clarify every week and for more information and resources visit <a href="https://www.politicalcontessa.com">Political Contessa.</a>

Today, we talk about education. We discuss the ins and outs of school choice and stress the need for families to have a say in their children’s educations. We talk about charter schools and how they differ from public schools, exploring the reasons that a person might support or oppose them. We go into the history of the Boston school system and talk about its eccentricities, discussing its pros and cons. John also offers advice on how to get on a school board. Finally, I reflect on the power of focusing on our commonalities rather than our differences.

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