Memphians speak out against potential state MSCS takeover
Ron Redwing, co-founder of S.O.S. and president and CEO of The Redwing Group, (center) speaks at a “Save Our Students” press conference on Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2025. (Brandon LaGrone/The Daily Memphian)
Speaking outside of the National Civil Rights Museum, a group of business and community leaders launched a coalition, arguing a state takeover would strip Memphians of the ability to govern their schools and make decisions for students.
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Memphis-Shelby County Schools MSCS School takeover legislationBrandon LaGrone II
Brandon LaGrone Jr. is a Bluff City native who has earned an undergraduate degree in journalism from LSU’s Manship School. He’s written for publications including The (Baton Rouge) Advocate and The Atlanta Journal-Constitution.
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