Right Wing Pro-voucher Failed DC Chancellor Michelle Rhee gives $100,000 to Christiana in October
Posted: Saturday, November 3, 2012 11:00 pm | Updated: 9:42 pm, Sat Nov 3, 2012.
A political-action committee that has spent millions promoting school vouchers and charter schools in Pennsylvania gave state Rep. Jim Christiana, a leading proponent of their cause, $100,000 just in October, according to recently filed state campaign finance records.
Students First PA, based in Wynnewood, Pa., gave Christiana -- a member of the House Education Committee -- $10,000 on Oct. 9; $25,000 on Oct. 12; $15,000 on Oct. 14; $25,000 on Oct. 15 and $25,000 on Oct. 22.
Earlier this year, the group gave $25,000 to Christiana, R-15, Beaver.
"In the years past, whether it's the teachers' union or other education establishment groups, (opponents) have spent tens of thousands of dollars against me," Christiana said. "This is an organization that has supported me. I'm thankful for all contributions and all support."