I hear the deep frustration and grief in your words - they reflect real harm and systemic failures that can't be dismissed. You're right that many people have been sounding alarms for decades, often feeling like they're shouting into the void.

But here's where I respectfully disagree: While the system is deeply flawed, abandoning our public schools doesn't hurt the people who created these problems - it hurts our most vulnerable communities first and worst. In rural Texas towns, where schools are often the largest employer and last remaining public institution, their collapse means the death of entire communities.

If you're looking for one way to push back: Call your state representative about the voucher bill this week. Instead of taking money from struggling schools, demand they fund the repairs, safety measures, and teacher pay our schools desperately need. Your anger is justified. Let them hear it