The New Blue Education Message (With Marlon Marshall)

In this episode, Marlon Marshall and Ravi discuss the past, present, and potential future of progressive messaging and policy for kids. They survey the landscape of K-12 practice and leadership, giving an honest assessment of the strengths and shortcomings of the movement for student excellence. In the process, they lay out the beginnings of a vision for the future of the so-called education reform movement. Marlon Marshall is a veteran of Democratic politics – having served in senior roles on Hillary Clinton’s 2016 campaign, the Obama White House, and the Obama 2012 reelection effort. He’s currently the CEO of City Fund, a philanthropic powerhouse that partners with local leaders to create innovative public school systems.