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“School Reformers” Steal PTA’s Name

I have a lot of issues with what some people do in the name of school reform — like stealing the PTA’s name.
A group of hedge fund managers — I’m not kidding, that’s who’s on their board — started a New York City organization called… PTA Now. Here’s their flyer:
Thanks to Ed Wize for the tip.
It appears they might have just changed their name to “FTA” (Families Taking Action) because of the outcry against the deceit.
Is this how these folks operate in the business world?