District weighs staff cuts as USD 457 faces budget squeeze
Garden City USD 457 administrators and teachers discussed potential 2010 11 budget cuts after state aid declines threaten to pull $2 million to $6 million from the district. Fifteen program cuts could save about $1.1 million, targeting more than 20 positions through attrition to avoid layoffs and ease classroom impact amid a move to a smaller high school. The district participates in the Schools for Fair Funding coalition pushing for state revenue.
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Community weighs budget options amid district cut pressures
SWK Talk users urge avoiding deeper education funding cuts and seek alternatives to layoffs. Local officials face a bleak budget, with possible sports and staff salary reductions and even a mill levy increase. The outcome will hit students, families, and the broader economy unless state aid improves or new revenue emerges.
Aid delays spark anger in quake zone Concepcion Chile
Quotes from Luis Sarzosa and others highlight frustration as local government says first aid will not reach neighborhoods that looted ruined stores. Aviation safety expert Jack Casey warns against complacency after FAA suspends JFK controller and supervisor over improper radio instruction. Baylor coach Kim Mulkey condemns brawl in women's basketball after Brittney Griner punches Jordan Barncastle.
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The First Amendment Text Summary Card
The First Amendment prohibits government establishment of religion and protects free exercise of religion as well as freedoms of speech press and assembly. It also secures the right to petition the government for grievances and redress.
Fight for independence as reliance on government grows
Cal Thomas argues that expanding unemployment benefits and federal spending threaten individual freedom. He cites Sen. Jim Bunning to block debt-fueled extensions, warns of rising debt to 370 percent of output, and urges a return to self-reliance against government entitlements and waste.
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Move Your Money movement gains ground in politics and finance
A Move Your Money movement nudges Americans to shift funds from big banks to local community banks to support local initiatives. The piece contrasts activist efforts with political backlash, cites AIG losses and executive pay, and notes bipartisan appeal of local banking action while urging collective citizen action via the site Move Your Money.
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Still Down and Out in America Amid the Great Recession
A column argues the Great Recession worsened poverty with unemployment at 10 percent and 12 percent poverty rate. It notes wage gaps, stock taxes proposed in Europe, outsourcing, and calls for Medicare for all and stronger unions to revive the middle class. It contrasts rich gains with middle-class decline.
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William A Collins Former Norwalk Mayor and Rep
William A Collins, a longtime Minuteman Media columnist, previously served as a state representative and as mayor of Norwalk, Connecticut. Distributed by Minuteman Media, the piece reflects his background and public service in local politics.
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