We discuss the power and the promise of public schools, the universal rejection of book bans by parents across the country, and an inclusive vision for democracy.

Their civic action toolkit recommendations are:

1. Have a conversation with people with whom you disagree

2. Remain open-minded.

Jennifer Berkshire and Jack Schneider are co-hosts of the education podcast Have You Heard. Their new book is The Education Wars: A Citizen’s Guide and Defense Manual.

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Credits:

Host: Mila Atmos

Guests: Jennifer Berkshire & Jack Schneider

Executive Producer: Mila Atmos

Producer: Zack Travis