Poll: Milwaukee Democratic Voters Split on School Choice
"There is more support for school choice among Democrats in Milwaukee than many people think." - Justin Moralez, of the Wisconsin Federation for Children
A new poll shows nearly a third of Democratic primary voters support Milwaukee school choice.
“Democratic candidates should not ignore or run away from the fact that their constituents support school choice,” Justin Moralez, the Wisconsin Federation for Children state director said.
The Wisconsin Federation for Children on Tuesday released the poll from the Remington Research Group, polling group headquartered in Kansas City, Mo.
Pollsters say 31% of people asked said they support vouchers, while 49% oppose them. But the Federation says another 20% didn’t have an opinion, which means voters are nearly evenly split.
The poll shows support among Democrats in Milwaukee County for both school vouchers and public charter schools. The survey was conducted July 27 through July 29, and polled 766 likely 2022 Democratic Pr...