Testing, spending, and college goals in Kentucky and beyond
The Kentucky Herald-Leader notes widespread concern over overtesting in public schools while test results dominate charts. It highlights Kentucky’s per student spending below the national average, funding gaps between districts, and the ACT requirement for all juniors as a costly but worthy aim. The New Jersey Daily Journal discusses Petraeus passing command to Odierno and the Petraeus doctrine emphasizing community knowledge and economic progress. It warns Afghanistan demands more troops amid an escalating insurgency, stressing effective tactics and strategy.
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Is Gramm to blame for the 2008 financial crisis
The piece argues against blaming former Sen. Phil Gramm for the financial meltdown. It notes Gramm-Leach-Bliley deregulation as a target but credits bipartisan support and broader causes like subprime loans, securitization, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac roles, and SEC leverage decisions. It urges Democrats to stop scapegoating Gramm.
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Personal responsibility under fire in economic crisis
Ellen Goodman critiques the collapse of the ownership society and the ideology of personal responsibility amid the 700 billion rescue. She notes shifts from pensions to 401(k)s, rising costs, and politicized blame, arguing the rhetoric stops at the market edge while regulators brace for consequences. She cites Paulson and Hacker, warns of renewed government action, and calls for tighter reforms.
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Youth Professionals Gather to Boost Finney County
Finney County forms Youth Professionals group FCYP two years ago with Garden City Area Chamber of Commerce and Garden City Community College backing. The group aims to engage 20s and 30s through leadership education and community involvement, addressing brain drain and aging Boomers as Kansas districts report declining enrollments and towns risk losing schools.
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