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Roc Nation's campaign to promote $300 million in scholarships for low-income students draws criticism for diverting public funds.
- Jay-Z and Roc Nation are advocating for the Pennsylvania Award for Student Success, a bill proposing $300 million in private school vouchers.
- Critics argue the initiative, backed by conservative billionaire Jeff Yass, undermines public education by reallocating taxpayer money.
- Supporters claim the program offers low-income families better educational opportunities in private schools.
- Opponents highlight that the funding could instead improve underperforming public schools.
- Roc Nation asserts their goal is to educate families and empower them to make informed decisions about their children's education.
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- Jay-Z American rapper and entrepreneur
- Roc Nation Company
- Jeff Yass American businessman
- Philadelphia City in Pennsylvania
- Pennsylvania US state
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