Walter Blanks, Jr. - Class of 2022

About Walter

I work at the American Federation for Children which is an organization that prides itself on empowering families, especially lower-income families, with the freedom to choose the best K-12 education for their children. The very work that AFC has done for decades allowed me to leave my low performing public school and attend a school that my parents believed was a much better fit for me (and they were right!). 

School choice saved my life and now I fight every day to ensure that every child has the same opportunity I did to live a better life and truly make a difference in the world. I have been all over the country working with governors, legislators, and parents to make sure education freedom is a realized dream for every student in America. 

Future Plans

I plan to run for office in Tennessee. Starting local and then scheming for the White House.

Why MavPAC?

I really enjoy being surrounded by young like minded individuals who share a similar vision for what our country can stand for on the global scale. It's humbling to be working with people who are dedicated to saving our country and being a beacon of light for the rest of the world!

What is special about Future40?

The biggest benefit from Future40 is the networking opportunity. Future40 has been the honor of a lifetime but it's even better being able to celebrate and work with people who are leading the way in conservative values. To have the opportunity to contribute to something that's bigger than me truly is an honor.

Connect with Walter via LinkedIn.