Kansas towns adapt to bilingual education amid immigration shifts
In Kansas, districts like Bazine add English as a second language and Spanish for all students as immigrant families move in. Western Plains Superinten dent James Frank cites opportunities in Class 1A districts, while church and charity programs expand English classes. Immigration pace remains high per Pew data, fueling debate for next year’s races and calls for family-centered guestworker solutions.
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Kansas
Western Plains
James Frank
Frank
Elias Garcia
Ruiz
Guanajuato
Mexico
Birthright citizenship debate resurfaces in Congress
A proposal to revoke birthright citizenship for babies born to illegal immigrants failed this month in Congress but is expected to reappear. Nathan Deal backed revoking birthright citizenship in an immigration bill. critics warn of political backlash. Ira Mehlman of FAIR argues it makes no sense for illegal arrivals to yield new citizens.
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U.S
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United States
Georgia
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House
GOP House
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Federation of American Immigration Reform
Deal
Anniversary of the Tsunami Crashes Hope and Silence
Survivors recall the 8 16 a m moment when the first wave struck as ceremonies honor victims in Sri Lanka Thailand and Indonesia. Government tolls exceed 216 000 with UN figures at 223 000 while aid pledges reach 13 billion amid slow reconstruction and renewed regional tensions.
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Sri Lanka
Mahinda Rajapakse
Arunmugam Shanthi
Shanthi
Aceh
India
Africa
Muhammad Yani
Yani
Indonesia
Sumatra
Candra Yohanes
Padang
Associated Press
U.N
Kofi Annan
Sweden
SVT
Bjorn von Sydow
Stockholm
Baihgqi
G C woman keeps hopeful outlook after 40 years
Neighbors describe Melodie Lewis as a warm, inspirational figure at Second Baptist Church and the local senior center. Friends praise her genuine heart, active involvement, and positive effect on others despite long blindness.
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Lewis
Barbara Jensen
Jensen
Melodie Allen
Mane Jungle
Allen
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