Malcolm X film sparks diverse reactions in Cedar Rapids
Community members including Rev James Toney of Shekinah Glory Church and Interdenominational Christian Church leader Rev William Anders discuss Malcolm X after viewing the film. Students Daylene Sproles and Milton Thurmond connect with his struggles and legacy, noting the hero status and new interest in black history.
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Big fight ahead over Iowa school funding and maintenance
Lepley calls for maintenance budgets and funding for key initiatives to sustain world class education in Iowa. He seeks to restore 12 million in Phase 3 funding cut in 1993 and warns of a tough budget battle. James Sutton of the ISEA backs raising the growth rate and urges a strong minimum recommendation for the Legislature.
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Iowa State Education Association
School officials urge quick funding action by Legislature
Cedar Rapids School District Superintendent Stephen Daeschner and other educators pressed lawmakers to approve a 3 percent allowable growth for school funding. State Education Director William Lepley proposed 3 percent while ISEA seeks 6 percent, sparking cautious optimism amid tight budgets. Anamosa Superintendent John Roederer echoed readiness to operate with 3 percent new money.
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Anamosa Community School District
Brown weighs mayor bid for Los Angeles reform
Former California governor Jerry Brown said supporters urged him to consider running for Los Angeles mayor to push campaign spending limits term limits and reforms He indicated he is not likely to enter but would support a grass roots campaign to keep the city from further decline with Tom Bradley retiring in 1993 and Gloria Molina not running. Brown has a San Francisco home and previously resided in Los Angeles during past campaigns.
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