Chester E. Finn

Chester E. Finn Jr. is an influential American education policy expert and scholar known for his work on K-12 education reform. He served as Assistant Secretary for Education during the Reagan administration and is a co-founder of the Thomas B. Fordham Institute, which advocates for effective education policies. Finn has written extensively about educational standards, accountability, and school choice, pushing for reforms that enhance the quality of education. His contributions have shaped discussions on how to improve U.S. education systems, focusing on the importance of rigorous academic standards and effective teaching.