The largest picnic in the world took place on Saturday in the far Western Kentucky town of Fancy Farm, where 20,000 pounds of pork and mutton were served up, games and raffles played, and where the fiery political speeches rivaled the August heat. Republicans have dominated Fancy Farm in recent years. Only two democrats spoke this year. School choice was the big issue. Opponents argue that Amendment 2 which legalizes school choice, will hurt public schools. But supporters argue that giving parents more educational options for their kids is good public policy. Competition strengthens public schools. As it is, Kentucky ranks 38th in educational performance. And since over half of Kentucky’s fourth graders are below grade level in math and reading, what does Kentucky have to lose?