Unsettling Choice

"Unsettling Choice" delves into the complexities of school choice in the context of neoliberal restructuring in the United States, particularly following the 2007-2009 Great Recession. Through a compelling ethnography, Ujju Aggarwal explores how choice-based programs in public schools can perpetuate competition and exclusion under the guise of equity and rights. The book highlights the struggles of poor and working-class families at a Head Start center, offering insights into how these dynamics challenge traditional notions of justice and belonging in education.