I have in the last few school years became a believer in "choice" for students. But, what about choices for schools? Obviously unions oppose charter schools for numerous reasons and they would hurt public schools in the short run. However take a long term view of charters: The competition they provide would be good for all education levels. I don't think that curriculum should be based on a business model but free-market education would be interesting to see. In Buffalo NY, they are dealing with this issue, here is a taste of the article: "It's like building a Burger King across the street from a McDonald's," said David Bouie, principal of Buffalo United Charter School, one of five new charters that will open in the city next school year. "You have to make your product more appealing and then find a way to keep your customers." Ok, I know you could find that quote wrong on so many levels but read between the lines.