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The Big Business of Charter Schools — MUST READ | K-12 News Network

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The Big Business of Charter Schools — MUST READ

Don’t take it from me. Meet David Brain, an investor who also owns commercial real estate, movie theatre chains, and other businesses. He talks baldly to CNBC about what a great deal it is to have taxpayer dollars subsidize your investment.
As highlighted in Valerie Strauss’ Answer Sheet, at the Washington Post:
If you are wondering why you should add charter schools to your investment portfolios, here’s David Brain, head of a major investment concern called Entertainment Properties Trust, to tell you.
Video:

So, still think corporate chain charters are rooted in the community and responsive to parents and children?
Anchor: Well let me ask you about potential risks, here, to your charter school portfolio, because