Testing the test scores and college readiness debate
The Gazette weighs ACT and SAT results showing higher participation and mixed outcomes. ACT averages 20.8 for high school grads, SAT 1 026. questions persist on prep, curriculum, and teaching methods. Experts differ on test ease and relevance, urging schools and parents to demand reliable assessments and stronger college readiness.
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Letters on the First Amendment and church state walls
Fred Strutton criticizes letters in The Gazette debating the First Amendment. He argues the establishment clause prevents a state church and defends Jefferson on separation of church and state. He cites voter disenfranchisement claims and urges independent investigation of wartime motives.
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Bush Dean win big in California recall
The California recall sidelines national focus but reshapes 2004 politics. Dean rises as a national favorite with strong Iowa and New Hampshire support while Bush gains from the distraction, reducing attention to economic and Iraq issues. Dean's fundraising and media momentum threaten other Democrats as the recall unfolds.
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Judge Denny Chin Dismisses Fox News Frivolous Franken Suit
U S District Judge Denny Chin quickly tossed Fox News Network's lawsuit against Al Franken over the phrase fair and balanced in his book Lies and the Lying Liars Who Tell Them A Fair and Balanced Look at the Right The ruling called the case wholly without merit Chin noted the trademark is weak and unlikely to be valid Fox News dropped the suit and Franken remains atop best seller lists with publisher orders increased to over 500000 copies
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