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Ep. 165 You Can Make a Difference: Maine Dad Takes On Failing Schools & Local Government Waste
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- Muddy Waters
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- Apr 15, 2026
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Summary
Matthew Leggett from Lebanon, Maine joins Chuck Ellis to share how he got involved in local politics after seeing wasteful spending on a new fire station and major problems in his children’s school district.From sky-high school taxes (82% of the town budget) and declining academics to heavy emphasis on DEI and gender ideology over basic skills, Matt explains why he started showing up, organizing parents, and pushing for better candidates.A practical, motivating conversation about why local involvement matters, how conservatives can overcome the “I’m too busy” barrier, and simple steps anyone can take to help flip school boards and protect Maine kids.#Maine #Education #ParentalRights #SchoolBoard