Vouchers

Education

Missouri bill would expand access to private schools, but also cut tax base

The Missouri Senate could soon approve legislation that would give tax credits to people who donate money to fund private school scholarships.Under Senate…

Democratic gubernatorial hopeful Chris Koster talks with supporters on Saturday in St. Louis. Koster says he's opposed to school vouchers, but is amenable to charter schools.

Government, Politics & Issues

On the Trail: Would Missouri's gubernatorial hopefuls draw a line on 'voucher' proposals?

Jason Rosenbaum

Even before he became governor, Jay Nixon drew a hard line in the sand: If the Missouri General Assembly passed any bill that Nixon felt transferred…

Government, Politics & Issues

Politically Speaking: Eric Greitens on his latest mission to become Missouri's next governor

Jason Rosenbaum

On the latest edition of the Politically Speaking podcast, St. Louis Public Radio’s Jason Rosenbaum and Jo Mannies are pleased to welcome GOP…

Education

As talk of education alternatives increases, will school vouchers make a comeback?

Dale Singer

This article first appeared in the St. Louis Beacon, Dec. 13, 2010 - For decades, Mae Duggan has worked to make tax money available for parents to be able…

Government, Politics & Issues

An inside look at the Missouri legislative session

This article first appeared in the St. Louis Beacon: Two different efforts to make an end-run around the powerful teachers union lobby met with vastly…