But let's also acknowledge the reality, Jim, Miami Dade Public Schools, their populations are decreasing. Same in Broward County. Same in Hillsborough County. Same in Collier county, where I live, Lee County, Florida, et cetera. And The reason why their populations are decreasing is because of universal school choice, which the legislature finally passed a couple years ago. which is something I fully support. I've been a school choice champion and advocate my entire time in politics. That's not going to change. (12:33–12:41)
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