A new statewide poll shows Mississippians, by and large, want the freedom to choose the best school for their child and they want lawmakers who will get on board.

A new statewide poll in Mississippi shows 85 percent of respondents say parents, not the government, should choose their child’s school.

Education freedom, or school choice, is a hot topic in the Magnolia State heading into the 2026 legislative session. Speaker Jason White (R) and House Republicans have made the issue their top agenda item heading into January, while across the Capitol, Lt. Governor Delbert Hosemann (R) and Senate Republicans have sought to temper expectations.

Yet, the new survey released Thursday conducted by The Tarrance Group for yes. every kid. foundation. offers lawmakers an updated look at where state v

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