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Boston Lawmakers Oppose Statewide Charter Expansion

Opponents of a proposed state ballot initiative to increase the cap on the number of charter schools operating within Massachusetts are rallying behind two Boston city councilors.

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Advocates showed their support for charter schools during an April 29, 2015, rally at the Texas Capitol.
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Opponents of a proposed state ballot initiative to increase the cap on the number of charter schools operating within Massachusetts are rallying behind two Boston city councilors. Matt O’Malley and Tito Jackson also have the support of Boston Mayor Martin Walsh. (The Boston Globe)

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