In this episode, Nathan is joined by Jim Mason, president of the Homeschool Legal Defense Association (HSLDA), who shares his journey into homeschooling advocacy, the evolution of homeschool freedom in the United States, and the current challenges faced by homeschooling families.
“And you go today, homeschooling is not disfavored. It’s a recognized, stop on the education menu that any parent can consider and, you know, it’s the boundaries of freedom have been moved back about as far as they can in most places. And that puts us in an interesting in an interesting spot because the opponents of homeschool freedom haven’t gone away. And there are many vocal, influential, ideological opponents to homeschool freedom and parental rights who would work to push back the freedoms and even return to the bad old days.” – Jim Mason on homeschool freedom
“And it’s been an honor and a privilege for me to work here and to really kind see the Lord work in my life to help me go from where I was to where I am as part of His plan for my life. It’s just been a great joy for me to find myself here in this place at this time.” – Jim Mason about his position as president of HSLDA
They discuss significant legal precedents that have shaped the landscape of homeschooling and emphasizes the importance of legal support for families and highlight the ongoing efforts to protect parental rights and the freedom to homeschool amidst various challenges.
“So we work on behalf of one family so that all families can be free.” – Jim Mason about HSLDA
