Youth Power Is The Shield Protecting Public Schools From Misinformation And Political Attacks

Charli Cooksey, founder and CEO of We Power, delivers an urgent call to protect public education. She warns of efforts to dismantle schools and emphasizes that young people must rise through advocacy, organizing, and civil disobedience. For Cooksey, this fight is personal—rooted in her connections with students and their dreams. She stresses that truth, not propaganda, should guide political decisions and highlights the danger of misinformation spreading online. By urging communities to think critically, rely on trusted sources, and stand together, Cooksey believes young people can safeguard education’s promise and shape a stronger future for all.

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