Governors Elected on Mixed School Agendas

By Alan Richard & John Gehring

Voters in 36 states sent a powerful mix of messages last week when they selected governors who back a blend of more money for schools, softer tones on high-stakes tests, and greater support for expanded school choice.

Campaigning to bolster school spending, Democrats replaced Republicans in Illinois, Michigan, and Pennsylvania.

In the South, a voucher-backing GOP challenger defeated the incumbent governor in South Carolina. And a strong education record was not enough to help Democratic Gov. Roy E. Barnes of Georgia fend off Republican...

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