Rep. Jore (C) responded to recent criticism via the editorial page. That certainly clarifies the issues at hand, now back to reality.  Here is a mulligan opportunity for the Speaker.  This initial appintment sliced far right, and if he doesn't want to give away the hole, tee 'er up again.

Rep. Arntzen would follow a recent traditon of excellent women who have Chaired House Education;  Masolo (R), Andersen (R), & Galvin-Halcro (D). 

Or consider Rep. Glaser, who has the experience and was a former Chair of Senate Education.