The co-hosts of “The View,” Sunny Hostin and Alyssa Farah Griffin, had a heated debate on Wednesday about school choice while discussing Linda McMahon, President-elect Trump’s pick for education secretary.
Hostin raised concerns about school choice being linked to the voucher system, which she believes takes funding away from high poverty K-12 schools, like the ones she grew up in. She emphasized that wealthy families tend to benefit the most from school voucher programs, leaving poorer schools at a disadvantage.
While Trump’s pick for education secretary raises questions about the future of the Department of Education, Hostin and Griffin clashed over the impact of school vouchers on educational equity.
Hostin cited a 2020 study that highlighted disparities in teacher qualifications in states with voucher programs, while Griffin pushed for parents’ right to choose the best educational option for their children, even if it means utilizing vouchers.
“The View” co-host Alyssa Farah Griffin and co-host Sunny Hostin clash over school choice. (Screenshot/ABC)
Ultimately, the co-hosts agreed to disagree on the topic, highlighting the diversity of opinions and perspectives on the show.
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“The View” co-host Alyssa Farah Griffin. (Screenshot/ABC/TheView)
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The debate showcased differing perspectives on the issue of school vouchers and highlighted the ongoing dialogue about education reform in the United States.
