Poll finds opposition to Opportunity School District

Gov. Nathan Deal’s proposed statewide Opportunity School District appears to be in trouble just weeks ahead of the Nov. 8 election, as new poll numbers show significant opposition.

The results of the AJC poll found likely voters — regardless of party affiliation — siding nearly 2-1 against Amendment 1. The measure would amend Georgia’s constitution, authorizing the state to take over low-performing schools and the tax dollars associated with them, with the intent of turning them around.

Despite the sizable opposition, interviews found uncertainty about the proposal.