Anaheim’s ‘trigger’ win shines light on dysfunctional system

SACRAMENTO — Years ago, during a debate with a public school superintendent over the issue of educational choice, I suggested that we shut down the public schools in their entirety. Then we could “buy” education the way we buy other crucial things. We don’t expect government to build our houses (think housing projects) or our cars (think Yugo), so why our schools?
It was a thought experiment, meant to stir up discussion. Most of the audience then — like readers toda