Virginia Election Demonstrates Importance of Student-Centered Education Policies

Virginia

ExcelinEd in Action issued the following statements from its Chairman Gov. Jeb Bush and Former House Majority Leader and ExcelinEd in Action board member Eric Cantor on the results of the election in Virginia and the importance of student-centered education policies:


Governor Bush:
“Congratulations to Governor-elect Glenn Youngkin, a vocal champion for empowering parents with school choice and giving students across the Commonwealth greater opportunities. This election affirmed the importance of education and highlighted the value of prioritizing Virginia students and families. Virginia’s future is in good hands.”  

Eric Cantor:
“I’m proud of Governor-elect Glenn Youngkin for prioritizing school choice. From the Shenandoah Valley to Newport News to our nation’s capitol, Virginians have a great future ahead under his leadership. And thanks to Glenn Youngkin’s bold focus on education, students across the Old Dominion will soon have life-changing opportunities ahead.”

About the Author

Governor Jeb Bush is Chairman of the ExcelinEd in Action Board of Directors. He served as governor of Florida from 1999 to 2007 and focused on reforming education. Governor Bush previously led a successful consulting business, Jeb Bush and Associates, whose clients ranged from small technology start-ups to well-known Fortune 500 companies.