Many parents who have not simply gone along, who have questioned, who have expected accountability and control over their child's education, have found themselves the target of less than honorable and ethical tactics at the hands of local school officials.

As teachers begin to see the realities of education reform, many are beginning to speak out. Many, too, are beginning to feel the oppression of the coercive tactics being used to bring them "on board".

What follows are the voices of parents and teachers who are speaking out. Some testimonials will not carry the full name of the individual, so great is their fear of reprisal. That, alone, speaks volumes for the efficacy of education reform.

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