Legislature Cannot Legislate Quality Education Says Editor
A Wisconsin editorial argues 13 minimum standards for quality education are flawed. It questions compliance by districts and the idea that quality education can be bought with money or legislated by state rules. It calls for local control and student effort over top‑down mandates.
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Department OF Public Instruction
Wisconsin Governor Inspects National Guard In 1956
Tribune notes Governor Walter Kohler conducted a six hour inspection of the 32nd National Guard division describing it as the most intensive in six years since he became commander in chief of the Wisconsin National Guard.
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Evangelical and Reformed Church
Evacuation in Beirut Seen as Political Move
Fewer than 10 percent of roughly 1,500 Americans in Beirut boarded a landing craft for evacuation, with anecdotes of personal motives and political implications. Observers link the operation to the U.S. presidential race while noting a lull in fighting and questions about foreign involvement and regional stability.
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Recording debates could be costly
A Wisconsin proposal seeks open government by recording all legislative debate votes and actions for verbatim public access. It notes the Capitol's low occupancy in summer while legislators are away and questions the space needed for complete transcripts over the next decade.
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Reagan campaign chief Sears confident on debates and momentum
John Sears, Reagan's campaign manager, argues the Republican coalition can win the nomination and a general election despite polls showing Carter ahead. He cites Nixon's 1968 path and predicts aggressive debate strategy to sharpen Reagan's contrast with Carter. Sears notes risks of a drawn convention but plates the potential equalizing effect of debates.
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Carter versus Reagan looming in 1976 election
The writer questions Democratic confidence in Carter and warns against underestimating Reagan's California track record. He notes Reagan's 2 1/1 win in California, discusses party loyalties, political dynamics, and the need for a strong Democratic campaign to mobilize nonparticipants. He urges Carter to present a distinct platform.
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