Sep 27, 2018
Although allies in education
might seem few and far between, there are notable groups who rally
for the cause. This week on #3PsinaPod, Angelia and Donnie speak
with the CEO and President of Expect More Arizona, Christine
Thompson. The longtime education and policy loyalist shares the
organization’s mission and current commitments to making the state
better for all. Thompson states the group is about “advocacy
without the colors. We all want to do what’s right by our kids,
strengthening our state and economy.” While she’s only led the
group for a year, Expect More AZ has been active for nearly a
decade. The nonpartisan, nonprofit emphasizes the importance of
P-20 education and aims to make stakeholders aware of policy issues
impacting education. Thompson encourages listeners to get involved
by using the many resources on the organization's
website, in preparation
for upcoming elections. “Regardless of political flavor or
background, getting people engaged is priority,” she
says.