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  <title>Governor Phil Bryant | The Future of Education in America - Knowledge or Indoctrination?</title>
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  <description>Join America's Roundtable co-hosts Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy for a conversation with Governor Phil Bryant discussing the future of education in America, critical race theory, and the 1619 Project, the latter which has even drawn sharp criticism from the left.
The program will also highlight a report co-authored by Governor Bryant and Alexandra Campana titled, “Curricula: What Parents Need to Know to Get More Involved.” The report released by America First Policy Institute explains that with increased parents and citizens' involvement, America's stakeholders can restore the educational system and ensure that students are being taught high-quality curriculum rather than politically motivated deceptions about America and its founding ideals.  
“A diffusion of knowledge is the only guardian of true liberty.”
— James Madison to George Thompson, 1825
“If virtue and knowledge are diffused among the People, they will never be enslav'd. This will be their great Security.”
— Samuel Adams, Letter to James Warren, February 12, 1779
Governor Phil Bryant served as Mississippi’s 64th governor from 2012 to 2020. Before becoming the state’s chief executive, the Honorable Phil Bryant was lieutenant governor, state auditor, and represented his legislative district in the Mississippi House of Representatives for five years. Governor Bryant also draws from his early experiences as a law enforcement officer and an undercover officer in America's drug war. 
As governor, the Hon. Phil Bryant led Mississippi in implementing transformational public education reforms, promoting economic development, advancing strategic trade missions, and building a competitive business climate that attracted major employers like Amazon, Yokohama Tire Corporation and Continental Tire. According to published reports: “Under Gov. Bryant’s administration, 80,000 jobs were created and some $7 billion in private investment were brought into the state of Mississippi.” 
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America's Roundtable is co-hosted by Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy, co-founders of International Leaders Summit and the Jerusalem Leaders Summit.
America’s Roundtable radio program - a strategic initiative of International Leaders Summit, focuses on America’s economy, healthcare reform, rule of law, security and trade, and its strategic partnership with rule of law nations around the world. The radio program features high-ranking US administration officials, cabinet members, members of Congress, state government officials, distinguished diplomats, business and media leaders and influential thinkers from around the world.
America’s Roundtable is aired by Lanser Broadcasting Corporation on 96.5 FM and 98.9 FM, covering Michigan’s major market, SuperTalk Mississippi Media’s 12 radio stations and 50 affiliates reaching every county in Mississippi and also heard in parts of the neighboring states, including Alabama, Arkansas, Louisiana and Tennessee, and through podcast on Apple Podcasts and other key online platforms.  
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    <![CDATA[<p>Join America&#39;s Roundtable co-hosts Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy for a conversation with Governor Phil Bryant discussing the future of education in America, critical race theory, and the 1619 Project, the latter which has even drawn sharp criticism from the left.</p>

<p>The program will also highlight a report co-authored by Governor Bryant and Alexandra Campana titled, “Curricula: What Parents Need to Know to Get More Involved.” The report released by America First Policy Institute explains that with increased parents and citizens&#39; involvement, America&#39;s stakeholders can restore the educational system and ensure that students are being taught high-quality curriculum rather than politically motivated deceptions about America and its founding ideals.  </p>

<p>“A diffusion of knowledge is the only guardian of true liberty.”<br>
— James Madison to George Thompson, 1825</p>

<p>“If virtue and knowledge are diffused among the People, they will never be enslav&#39;d. This will be their great Security.”<br>
— Samuel Adams, Letter to James Warren, February 12, 1779</p>

<p>Governor Phil Bryant served as Mississippi’s 64th governor from 2012 to 2020. Before becoming the state’s chief executive, the Honorable Phil Bryant was lieutenant governor, state auditor, and represented his legislative district in the Mississippi House of Representatives for five years. Governor Bryant also draws from his early experiences as a law enforcement officer and an undercover officer in America&#39;s drug war. </p>

<p>As governor, the Hon. Phil Bryant led Mississippi in implementing transformational public education reforms, promoting economic development, advancing strategic trade missions, and building a competitive business climate that attracted major employers like Amazon, Yokohama Tire Corporation and Continental Tire. According to published reports: “Under Gov. Bryant’s administration, 80,000 jobs were created and some $7 billion in private investment were brought into the state of Mississippi.” </p>

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<p>America&#39;s Roundtable on Apple Podcasts: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/americas-roundtable/id1518878472" rel="nofollow">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/americas-roundtable/id1518878472</a></p>

<p>Twitter: <br>
@PhilBryantMS<br>
@ileaderssummit <br>
@NatashaSrdoc<br>
@JoelAnandUSA</p>

<p>America&#39;s Roundtable is co-hosted by Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy, co-founders of International Leaders Summit and the Jerusalem Leaders Summit.</p>

<p>America’s Roundtable radio program - a strategic initiative of International Leaders Summit, focuses on America’s economy, healthcare reform, rule of law, security and trade, and its strategic partnership with rule of law nations around the world. The radio program features high-ranking US administration officials, cabinet members, members of Congress, state government officials, distinguished diplomats, business and media leaders and influential thinkers from around the world.</p>

<p>America’s Roundtable is aired by Lanser Broadcasting Corporation on 96.5 FM and 98.9 FM, covering Michigan’s major market, SuperTalk Mississippi Media’s 12 radio stations and 50 affiliates reaching every county in Mississippi and also heard in parts of the neighboring states, including Alabama, Arkansas, Louisiana and Tennessee, and through podcast on Apple Podcasts and other key online platforms. </p>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<p>Join America&#39;s Roundtable co-hosts Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy for a conversation with Governor Phil Bryant discussing the future of education in America, critical race theory, and the 1619 Project, the latter which has even drawn sharp criticism from the left.</p>

<p>The program will also highlight a report co-authored by Governor Bryant and Alexandra Campana titled, “Curricula: What Parents Need to Know to Get More Involved.” The report released by America First Policy Institute explains that with increased parents and citizens&#39; involvement, America&#39;s stakeholders can restore the educational system and ensure that students are being taught high-quality curriculum rather than politically motivated deceptions about America and its founding ideals.  </p>

<p>“A diffusion of knowledge is the only guardian of true liberty.”<br>
— James Madison to George Thompson, 1825</p>

<p>“If virtue and knowledge are diffused among the People, they will never be enslav&#39;d. This will be their great Security.”<br>
— Samuel Adams, Letter to James Warren, February 12, 1779</p>

<p>Governor Phil Bryant served as Mississippi’s 64th governor from 2012 to 2020. Before becoming the state’s chief executive, the Honorable Phil Bryant was lieutenant governor, state auditor, and represented his legislative district in the Mississippi House of Representatives for five years. Governor Bryant also draws from his early experiences as a law enforcement officer and an undercover officer in America&#39;s drug war. </p>

<p>As governor, the Hon. Phil Bryant led Mississippi in implementing transformational public education reforms, promoting economic development, advancing strategic trade missions, and building a competitive business climate that attracted major employers like Amazon, Yokohama Tire Corporation and Continental Tire. According to published reports: “Under Gov. Bryant’s administration, 80,000 jobs were created and some $7 billion in private investment were brought into the state of Mississippi.” </p>

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<p>America&#39;s Roundtable on Apple Podcasts: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/americas-roundtable/id1518878472" rel="nofollow">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/americas-roundtable/id1518878472</a></p>

<p>Twitter: <br>
@PhilBryantMS<br>
@ileaderssummit <br>
@NatashaSrdoc<br>
@JoelAnandUSA</p>

<p>America&#39;s Roundtable is co-hosted by Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy, co-founders of International Leaders Summit and the Jerusalem Leaders Summit.</p>

<p>America’s Roundtable radio program - a strategic initiative of International Leaders Summit, focuses on America’s economy, healthcare reform, rule of law, security and trade, and its strategic partnership with rule of law nations around the world. The radio program features high-ranking US administration officials, cabinet members, members of Congress, state government officials, distinguished diplomats, business and media leaders and influential thinkers from around the world.</p>

<p>America’s Roundtable is aired by Lanser Broadcasting Corporation on 96.5 FM and 98.9 FM, covering Michigan’s major market, SuperTalk Mississippi Media’s 12 radio stations and 50 affiliates reaching every county in Mississippi and also heard in parts of the neighboring states, including Alabama, Arkansas, Louisiana and Tennessee, and through podcast on Apple Podcasts and other key online platforms. </p>]]>
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  <title>Virginia Walden Ford | A Champion of School Choice | Miss Virginia Movie | Opportunity Scholarship Program</title>
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  <description>Listen to America's Roundtable co-hosted by Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy with special guest Virginia Walden Ford — a leading advocate and champion for school choice in America. While she was raising her three children in Washington, D.C., Virginia was shocked that so many children were forced to attend failing, crumbling schools simply because they lived in the “wrong” ZIP codes.  Virginia Walden Ford then founded a grassroots movement in Washington, DC,  that led to the passage of the "Opportunity Scholarship Program" for low-income children in Washington, DC. Today, her efforts are bringing hope to children and parents especially within the Black and Hispanic communities and inspiring parents.
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Twitter: 
@ileaderssummit 
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The Miss Virginia Movie 
Based on a true story, a struggling inner-city mother sacrifices everything to give her son a good education and launches a movement that could save his future - and that of thousands like him. Available NOW on over 1,000 streaming platforms, including Apple TV, Netflix, Google Play, and Amazon Prime Video. See additional platforms at www.missvirginiamovie.com/watch.
Trailer: https://youtu.be/4t_Blc9BiD0
MISS VIRGINIA’s stellar cast - Emmy® winner Uzo Aduba, Golden Globe nominee Matthew Modine, Emmy® nominee Vanessa Williams, Emmy® nominee Aunjanue Ellis, Amirah Vann, Emmy® nominee Adina Porter and Niles Fitch.  Directed by: R.J. Daniel Hanna
About Virginia Walden Ford - From Miss Virginia Movie (https://www.missvirginiamovie.com):
“Being a part of this fight for educational excellence was hard — certainly something I had never thought I’d be involved in — but when I looked at my children and my neighbors’ children, I felt compelled to continue. It was scary sometimes, but I believed then and I believe now that it was the right thing to do… for all of our kids.” — Virginia Walden Ford
MISS VIRGINIA is inspired by the story of Virginia Walden Ford, a struggling single mother from a low-income neighborhood in Washington, DC. Affectionately called “Miss Virginia” and “the Education Lady” by neighborhood children, Virginia fought to create a scholarship program for her at-risk son and children like him. And she won.
Virginia grew up in the deep South. Her world changed when the Supreme Court decided the landmark case Brown v. Board of Education, which famously concluded that “separate educational facilities” for white and black children were “inherently unequal.”
Virginia’s fight for her son and other at-risk kids forced her to become a warrior. She had to overcome deep inner doubts about whether she could actually do what she had set out to do — and almost crippling fear that she would let down the parents and kids whose hopes and dreams depended on her.
In 2004, after years of activism, Virginia secured legislation that gave thousands of impoverished, largely minority children access to safe, high-quality schools. Many have since gone on to college and rewarding careers, an outcome that would have been unimaginable without the educational boost Virginia’s law provided.
Now, MISS VIRGINIA captures Virginia’s indomitable spirit on screen. The film will inspire audiences to do their utmost to secure their children’s essential civil right—the right to an education. 
AMERICA'S ROUNDTABLE: 
America's Roundtable is co-hosted by Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy, co-founders of International Leaders Summit and the Jerusalem Leaders Summit.
America’s Roundtable radio program - a strategic initiative of International Leaders Summit, focuses on America’s economy, healthcare reform, rule of law, security and trade, and its strategic partnership with rule of law nations around the world. The radio program features high-ranking US administration officials, cabinet members, members of Congress, state government officials, distinguished diplomats, business and media leaders and influential thinkers from around the world.
America’s Roundtable is aired by Lanser Broadcasting Corporation - The Pledge Radio, at 96.5 FM, 98.9 FM and 1260 AM, covering Michigan’s major market, and through podcast on iTunes and other key online platforms. The Pledge Radio also features Salem Radio Network’s Dennis Prager and Michael Medved.
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    <![CDATA[<p>Listen to America&#39;s Roundtable co-hosted by Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy with special guest Virginia Walden Ford — a leading advocate and champion for school choice in America. While she was raising her three children in Washington, D.C., Virginia was shocked that so many children were forced to attend failing, crumbling schools simply because they lived in the “wrong” ZIP codes.  Virginia Walden Ford then founded a grassroots movement in Washington, DC,  that led to the passage of the &quot;Opportunity Scholarship Program&quot; for low-income children in Washington, DC. Today, her efforts are bringing hope to children and parents especially within the Black and Hispanic communities and inspiring parents.</p>

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<a href="https://ileaderssummit.org/services/americas-roundtable-radio/" rel="nofollow">https://ileaderssummit.org/services/americas-roundtable-radio/</a></p>

<p>Apple Podcasts — <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/americas-roundtable/id1518878472" rel="nofollow">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/americas-roundtable/id1518878472</a></p>

<p>Twitter: <br>
@ileaderssummit <br>
@NatashaSrdoc<br>
@JoelAnandUSA</p>

<p>The Miss Virginia Movie </p>

<p>Based on a true story, a struggling inner-city mother sacrifices everything to give her son a good education and launches a movement that could save his future - and that of thousands like him. Available NOW on over 1,000 streaming platforms, including Apple TV, Netflix, Google Play, and Amazon Prime Video. See additional platforms at <a href="http://www.missvirginiamovie.com/watch" rel="nofollow">www.missvirginiamovie.com/watch</a>.</p>

<p>Trailer: <a href="https://youtu.be/4t_Blc9BiD0" rel="nofollow">https://youtu.be/4t_Blc9BiD0</a></p>

<p>MISS VIRGINIA’s stellar cast - Emmy® winner Uzo Aduba, Golden Globe nominee Matthew Modine, Emmy® nominee Vanessa Williams, Emmy® nominee Aunjanue Ellis, Amirah Vann, Emmy® nominee Adina Porter and Niles Fitch.  Directed by: R.J. Daniel Hanna</p>

<p>About Virginia Walden Ford - From Miss Virginia Movie (<a href="https://www.missvirginiamovie.com):" rel="nofollow">https://www.missvirginiamovie.com):</a></p>

<p>“Being a part of this fight for educational excellence was hard — certainly something I had never thought I’d be involved in — but when I looked at my children and my neighbors’ children, I felt compelled to continue. It was scary sometimes, but I believed then and I believe now that it was the right thing to do… for all of our kids.” — Virginia Walden Ford</p>

<p>MISS VIRGINIA is inspired by the story of Virginia Walden Ford, a struggling single mother from a low-income neighborhood in Washington, DC. Affectionately called “Miss Virginia” and “the Education Lady” by neighborhood children, Virginia fought to create a scholarship program for her at-risk son and children like him. And she won.</p>

<p>Virginia grew up in the deep South. Her world changed when the Supreme Court decided the landmark case Brown v. Board of Education, which famously concluded that “separate educational facilities” for white and black children were “inherently unequal.”</p>

<p>Virginia’s fight for her son and other at-risk kids forced her to become a warrior. She had to overcome deep inner doubts about whether she could actually do what she had set out to do — and almost crippling fear that she would let down the parents and kids whose hopes and dreams depended on her.</p>

<p>In 2004, after years of activism, Virginia secured legislation that gave thousands of impoverished, largely minority children access to safe, high-quality schools. Many have since gone on to college and rewarding careers, an outcome that would have been unimaginable without the educational boost Virginia’s law provided.</p>

<p>Now, MISS VIRGINIA captures Virginia’s indomitable spirit on screen. The film will inspire audiences to do their utmost to secure their children’s essential civil right—the right to an education. </p>

<p>AMERICA&#39;S ROUNDTABLE: </p>

<p>America&#39;s Roundtable is co-hosted by Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy, co-founders of International Leaders Summit and the Jerusalem Leaders Summit.</p>

<p>America’s Roundtable radio program - a strategic initiative of International Leaders Summit, focuses on America’s economy, healthcare reform, rule of law, security and trade, and its strategic partnership with rule of law nations around the world. The radio program features high-ranking US administration officials, cabinet members, members of Congress, state government officials, distinguished diplomats, business and media leaders and influential thinkers from around the world.</p>

<p>America’s Roundtable is aired by Lanser Broadcasting Corporation - The Pledge Radio, at 96.5 FM, 98.9 FM and 1260 AM, covering Michigan’s major market, and through podcast on iTunes and other key online platforms. The Pledge Radio also features Salem Radio Network’s Dennis Prager and Michael Medved.</p>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<p>Listen to America&#39;s Roundtable co-hosted by Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy with special guest Virginia Walden Ford — a leading advocate and champion for school choice in America. While she was raising her three children in Washington, D.C., Virginia was shocked that so many children were forced to attend failing, crumbling schools simply because they lived in the “wrong” ZIP codes.  Virginia Walden Ford then founded a grassroots movement in Washington, DC,  that led to the passage of the &quot;Opportunity Scholarship Program&quot; for low-income children in Washington, DC. Today, her efforts are bringing hope to children and parents especially within the Black and Hispanic communities and inspiring parents.</p>

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<a href="https://ileaderssummit.org/services/americas-roundtable-radio/" rel="nofollow">https://ileaderssummit.org/services/americas-roundtable-radio/</a></p>

<p>Apple Podcasts — <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/americas-roundtable/id1518878472" rel="nofollow">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/americas-roundtable/id1518878472</a></p>

<p>Twitter: <br>
@ileaderssummit <br>
@NatashaSrdoc<br>
@JoelAnandUSA</p>

<p>The Miss Virginia Movie </p>

<p>Based on a true story, a struggling inner-city mother sacrifices everything to give her son a good education and launches a movement that could save his future - and that of thousands like him. Available NOW on over 1,000 streaming platforms, including Apple TV, Netflix, Google Play, and Amazon Prime Video. See additional platforms at <a href="http://www.missvirginiamovie.com/watch" rel="nofollow">www.missvirginiamovie.com/watch</a>.</p>

<p>Trailer: <a href="https://youtu.be/4t_Blc9BiD0" rel="nofollow">https://youtu.be/4t_Blc9BiD0</a></p>

<p>MISS VIRGINIA’s stellar cast - Emmy® winner Uzo Aduba, Golden Globe nominee Matthew Modine, Emmy® nominee Vanessa Williams, Emmy® nominee Aunjanue Ellis, Amirah Vann, Emmy® nominee Adina Porter and Niles Fitch.  Directed by: R.J. Daniel Hanna</p>

<p>About Virginia Walden Ford - From Miss Virginia Movie (<a href="https://www.missvirginiamovie.com):" rel="nofollow">https://www.missvirginiamovie.com):</a></p>

<p>“Being a part of this fight for educational excellence was hard — certainly something I had never thought I’d be involved in — but when I looked at my children and my neighbors’ children, I felt compelled to continue. It was scary sometimes, but I believed then and I believe now that it was the right thing to do… for all of our kids.” — Virginia Walden Ford</p>

<p>MISS VIRGINIA is inspired by the story of Virginia Walden Ford, a struggling single mother from a low-income neighborhood in Washington, DC. Affectionately called “Miss Virginia” and “the Education Lady” by neighborhood children, Virginia fought to create a scholarship program for her at-risk son and children like him. And she won.</p>

<p>Virginia grew up in the deep South. Her world changed when the Supreme Court decided the landmark case Brown v. Board of Education, which famously concluded that “separate educational facilities” for white and black children were “inherently unequal.”</p>

<p>Virginia’s fight for her son and other at-risk kids forced her to become a warrior. She had to overcome deep inner doubts about whether she could actually do what she had set out to do — and almost crippling fear that she would let down the parents and kids whose hopes and dreams depended on her.</p>

<p>In 2004, after years of activism, Virginia secured legislation that gave thousands of impoverished, largely minority children access to safe, high-quality schools. Many have since gone on to college and rewarding careers, an outcome that would have been unimaginable without the educational boost Virginia’s law provided.</p>

<p>Now, MISS VIRGINIA captures Virginia’s indomitable spirit on screen. The film will inspire audiences to do their utmost to secure their children’s essential civil right—the right to an education. </p>

<p>AMERICA&#39;S ROUNDTABLE: </p>

<p>America&#39;s Roundtable is co-hosted by Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy, co-founders of International Leaders Summit and the Jerusalem Leaders Summit.</p>

<p>America’s Roundtable radio program - a strategic initiative of International Leaders Summit, focuses on America’s economy, healthcare reform, rule of law, security and trade, and its strategic partnership with rule of law nations around the world. The radio program features high-ranking US administration officials, cabinet members, members of Congress, state government officials, distinguished diplomats, business and media leaders and influential thinkers from around the world.</p>

<p>America’s Roundtable is aired by Lanser Broadcasting Corporation - The Pledge Radio, at 96.5 FM, 98.9 FM and 1260 AM, covering Michigan’s major market, and through podcast on iTunes and other key online platforms. The Pledge Radio also features Salem Radio Network’s Dennis Prager and Michael Medved.</p>]]>
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