Williams helps redefine IQ tests for minority groups
Robert L. Williams Ph.D., now at Washington University, recounts his journey from a dull normal IQ score to three degrees and a career challenging testing bias. He describes developing culturally based tests and shifting focus toward employment testing to help minorities access police, fire, and other jobs, arguing current tests exclude blacks and other minorities. The piece also notes Kansas FFA honors Jeff Stroup and John Bennett at the state convention.
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Fontana
Star Farmer
John Bennett
Walnut
Kansas Future Farmers of America
Kansas Ffa
Stroup
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Prairie View
la Cygne
Bennett
Irvin Bennett
Erie High School
Sebelius first to reveal part of Kansas record in 1975
Rep. Keith Sebelius became the first Kansas House member in 1975 to disclose a sizable portion of his personal financial record, releasing Part B holdings showing a $90,016 total value and $3,660 income last year. He holds five stocks and half ownership of a Norton office building. most investments posted losses over six years. Other Kansas lawmakers released or declined parts of their statements as required by House rules. The article also notes a separate cattle industry appeal over USDA beef grading standards in Omaha.
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Kansas
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ANCA
Robert V. Denney
Keystone S-4
Life Insurance Investors Fund
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