One result has been a shift in philanthropic funds from private to public colleges. This is unfair. By shifting students to the private schools, the state saves money on school construction, and also on operating expense because the voucher is less than the cost of a public education. Students in failing schools and taxpayers benefit from the state's K-12 vouchers in the same way. Obviously the state believes vouchers are a good idea, and Americans agree.
Polls show a high level of support for vouchers, particularly among African-American families.
In Jacksonville, four private schools have signed up to accept the state vouchers and several local churches with largely African-American congregations, are said to be exploring the idea of opening private schools. Low-income families are hit hardest by the sales tax Florida relies upon for school funds and also are among those most eager for school choice. It should be possible to provide them with a sales tax rebate that they could apply to a better K-12 education for their children. Enter words describing a concept or keywords.