Dr. Raquel "Rockee" Armstrong on Fixing Education, Tackling Affordability, and the Future of LD13

In this first part of our conversation with Dr. Armstrong, we explore the critical challenges facing Legislative District 13 and Arizona at large—education funding, affordability, and smart growth policies. Dr. Armstrong, an assistant professor of Educational Leadership and candidate for State Representative, shares her frontline experience and policy insights on how these issues intersect and impact everyday lives. Topics covered include the strain of rising housing and childcare costs, the real toll on teachers beyond salary concerns, the controversy around the ESA voucher program, and the urgent need for public accountability and investment in communities. LD13 voters face a rare open seat and a crucial choice that will shape the district’s future. This episode is a call to action to register, vote, and demand representatives who prioritize real solutions over distraction politics. Check us out on Substack: https://aroundthedistricts.substack.com/p/part-1-raquel-rockee-armstrong == Learn more about Dr. Rockee Armstrong == Website: https://rockee4az.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Rockee4AZ/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rockee4az X: https://x.com/Rockee4AZ