In 2013 Jerry Newton and Democrats in the legislature made free all day kindergarten available to every Minnesota child. Education experts agree that early childhood programs are key to closing Minnesota's achievement gap. The next step is to provide free pre-k programs to every four year old in Minnesota. Your vote for Jerry Newton on November 8 will ensure our children have a strong advocate in the state senate. Excellent public education is key to building an economy which works for all Minnesotans, not just the wealthy few.