Andrew Chesney: School Choice, Union Power, and What’s Next for Illinois Families

Andrew Chesney joined the podcast to discuss:

The rise and repeal of Illinois’ Invest in Kids tax-credit scholarships and their impact on low-income families

How teachers unions drive Democratic opposition to school choice in Chicago and statewide

A new universal school choice tax credit opportunity and how citizens can mobilize to make it real

Andrew Chesney is an Illinois State Senator and former Freeport City Council member who also serves as the Stevenson County Republican Chairman. He has built his public-service reputation on cutting red tape, protecting taxpayers, and advancing parental rights in education. Chesney is a leading advocate for school choice and has been a vocal critic of union-driven policies he says trap children in failing schools and erode accountability.