´óÏó´«Ã½

How politics and culture wars are shaping education choices for some parents. Arizona is one of a growing number of American states offering taxpayer-funded vouchers to families who send their children to private schools or homeschool them. They say it gives parents more control over how – and what – their children learn. But what does this mean for the future of public education in the US?

On this episode, Caitríona Perry speaks to ´óÏó´«Ã½ journalists Alex Last and Ellie House, who have made a documentary about school choice in Arizona. You can listen to it by searching "Assignment: Rejecting Public Education in Arizona" on The Documentary podcast from the ´óÏó´«Ã½ World Service.

The Global Story brings you trusted insights from ´óÏó´«Ã½ journalists worldwide. We want your ideas, stories and experiences to help us understand and tell #TheGlobalStory. Email us at theglobalstory@bbc.com You can also message us or leave a voice note via WhatsApp on +44 330 123 9480.

Producer: Peter Goffin.

Sound Engineers: Philip Bull and Ricardo McCarthy.

Assistant Editor: Sergi Forcada Freixas.

Senior Editor: Richard Fenton-Smith.