but reducing the argument to the most extreme case doesn't dillute the fundamental point that many kids aren't getting a good education in the public schools. In the long term, I see a lot of possibilities to improve things in education, both public and private, as a result of vouchers. "One size fits all" doesn't work well for clothing and works even worse for education.

I believe that within a few years, private schools offering many alternatives will be available. Different schools may focus on different areas, such as the arts, math & science, languages, etc. so that parents and children have real choices. Funny word, choice. To hear some people, "choice" is only a good thing when it comes to abortion.