Protect Our Kids’ Future: No on Question 2 today aired its first campaign ad on broadcast and cable television, a 30-second spot featuring a parent, a teacher, and a student who all agree that Massachusetts needs to vote “No” on Question 2 so every student has an equal opportunity for success, regardless of their zip code or background.
“Quality standards are critical to ensure students are learning what they need to be learning,” the student says. “We need to make sure all students have an equal chance at success.”
A parent in the ad states the “standard was a barometer for me, to understand that my son, with learning differences, was ready for the next level.”
The teacher argues for a No vote, saying: “Question 2 lowers education standards in our state.”
The message also notes the Boston Globe and Boston Herald’s endorsement of a “No” vote on the question. Last week, the Globe explained in its endorsement:
“By removing the MCAS requirement — without replacing it with any alternative statewide method of ensuring diplomas remain meaningful — Question 2 would put that progress at risk. Education is the core strength of Massachusetts — our workforce, our government, our future — and that is not a risk we can afford to take.”
This advertisement is the beginning of the final push by the campaign to ensure voters understand what’s at stake in this election.
“There is a crucial need for unbiased, fair assessments to give parents and educators a real pulse of their kids' readiness for college and career,” John Schneider, No on 2 campaign chair, said. “The passage of Question 2 would prohibit these.”
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Protect Our Kids’ Future: No on Question 2 is a broad coalition of teachers, parents, education advocates, elected officials, and business groups formed to defeat this misguided ballot question. Its goal is to preserve educational standards for students and ensure equitable academic opportunities for all kids across the Commonwealth. For more information, visit our website at votenoquestion2.org or follow us on social media on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and X (formerly Twitter).
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