In Red States, Good Ideas Don’t Fail. They Never Had a Chance.
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We are proud to share a new blog published by the Alliance for Early Success featuring Shannon Jones, Alliance for Early Success Board Member and former President & CEO of Groundwork Ohio.
In the article, Shannon draws on her experience as a former Majority Whip in both the Ohio House and Senate to explore why strong policy ideas often fail to gain traction—not because the problem isn’t real, but because advocates sometimes overlook how policymakers approach governance, risk, and long-term obligations. Her reflections offer important lessons for anyone working to advance early childhood policies in today’s political climate.
This blog is a thoughtful and timely read for advocates, policymakers, and community leaders looking to build broader coalitions, sharpen their messaging, and create durable policy change for children and families. We encourage you to read and share it.
