Friend of schools gets held back in Iowa education aid debate
Iowa area education agencies face drastic budget cuts as the Legislature approves a one time $10 million reduction and a permanent $7.5 million annual cut. Officials warn loss of AEAs could threaten essential services like special education, media and technology support, and gifted programs across 14 AEAs serving 371 districts. Grant Wood AEA must return $964,357 of reserve funds.
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State cuts loom as AEAs eye budgets and service cuts
Harold Westra, head of the Southern Prairie AEA at Ottumwa, says he will retire in June after 44 years in education. AEAs plan to avoid deeper cuts by postponing hires, trimming travel, and reducing supplies while safeguarding essential K-12 services. Grant Wood AEA and others will solicit input from schools to determine indispensable services and push a stronger public relations effort to stress AEAs’ role in education. Legislators are urged to fully fund IDEA, with Sen. Tom Harkin backing a bill to achieve full funding within eight years.
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Iraq War critique and Halliburton ties questioned
A letter argues the U S government and CIA erred in supporting Saddam Hus sein and calls for removing Halliburton from Iraq. It criticizes budget cuts for veterans, praises war protests, and questions moral grounds for the invasion while urging scrutiny of weapons programs and leadership motives.
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Leadership defense sparks fears over state power and rights
The speaker defends aggressive action while noting Supreme Court limits may curb state initiatives. President, Senate Republican leaders, and most GOP senators back him. Dick Cheney remains silent. Critics warn about risks to church state separation and life liberty pursuits.
Democrats in Iowa race remains wide open in 2004 primaries
Los Angeles Times notes nine Democratic hopefuls have yet to secure a clear front runner as fund-raising, debate performance, and distinctive issues create a fluid field. Kerry leads cash reserves while Edwards tops quarter fundraising and Dean energizes grassroots. The group spar over Iraq taxes and health care as Des Moines forum looms.
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