Open Meetings Act and school negotiations questioned
The piece criticizes the North Carolina Association of Educators for seeking private talks with a Board of Education committee. It notes the Open Meetings Act requires public hearings and argues that even a small “majority” meeting constitutes a public deliberation.
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Public Education Debate Calls Open Covenants in School Talks
The letter disputes NCAE reliance on past union cases and NC law restricting collective bargaining by government units. It argues the open public, Jeffersonian and Wilsonian principles require transparent negotiations with teacher representatives, urging the Board of Education to hold talks where taxpayers can witness. It cautions that secrecy undermines democracy and questions teachers' qualifications if they prefer closed meetings.
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Thomas Jefferson
Woodrow Wilson
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Salem College marks new era with Dr John Chandler presidency
Salem College and Academy installed Dr John H Chandler as president on the eve of the 200th anniversary. He urged graduates to embody western heritage mastery integrity and a sense of joy in living thinking and being. His inaugural speech framed a future focused on disciplined, joyful study.
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Dale Gramley
Nonsmokers Push For Greater Smoke-Free Environments
The Public Health Service warns inhaled carbon monoxide from cigarettes threatens nonsmokers. Nonsmokers groups urge restrictions in workplaces and public spaces, citing rising tobacco smoke levels and examples from colleges, apartments, airlines, and transit systems seeking safer air.
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Humphrey frets over Democratic foreign policy in secret memo
Hubert Humphrey expresses concern about his party's stance on security and policy. He says his own thinking is too hard and many rivals are mushy. He notes Henry Jackson takes a hard line and worries the party line may be too extreme.
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Debates on Foreign Policy and Telecom Rate Hikes
A Senate critic grapples with a tough foreign policy stance balancing security and restraint. In New York, Bell System faces a price hike controversy as the Price Commission debates rolling back 160 million of a 350 million rise, amid claims of impropriety and secret meetings.
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Bell System Faces 350 Million Hike Probe
The article alleges hanky panky between the Federal Price Commission and Bell System over a 350 million rise in New York telephone rates. It notes a prior 190 million temporary increase approved by the New York public service commission and rapid moves to make it permanent amid service complaints.
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Nixon Chou communique foreshadows Taiwan defense commitment
The report states the United States will use military force if needed to prevent a Taiwan invasion. It notes continued U S military aid to Chiang Kai-shek, investment guarantees, and reduced forces only as Taiwan’s safety allows. Taiwan shows strong growth, reform, and aid programs, with gains in income, land ownership, education, and local governance.
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Letter to CBS on X Rated Movies Program Ethics
Lynn Moore protests CBS broadcasting X Rated Movies arguing the move harms national morality and harms children. The letter urges immediate reversal and reflects a parent businessperson and teacher perspective on program standards.
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Columbia Broadcasting Systems
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