Teach for America draws sharp criticism in urban schools
A Princeton idea six years ago spawns a program placing 500 temporary teachers in high turnover schools for two years. Critics say non teachers with short training lack staying power and proper preparation. Proponent Wendy Kopp touts aims to improve urban and rural education amid ongoing debate on certification and student outcomes.
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Massacre suspects charged in Chiapas village attack
Sixteen Maya Indians were charged with first degree murder and related crimes in the Acheal massacre that killed 45 villagers. Investigators pressed state officials to explain failure to stop the attack amid ongoing arson and kidnapping charges while 26 others await charges. Witnesses allege police attempted to cover up the massacre as gunmen in ski masks carried out the killings in the highland Maya hamlet amid Chiapas tensions tied to PRI and rebels since 1994.
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Teamsters Scandal Reverberates Through Labor Unions
Washington reports that former Teamsters President Ron Carey faces a federal charge over an election tainted by irregularities. A grand jury probe expands to AFL-CIO, with questions about Richard Trumka and possible indictments to follow. Carey denies wrongdoing as prosecutors pursue further cases.
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Allman Family Fest Highlight In Macon Concert
Gregg Allman headlines at Macon City Auditorium with son Devon Allman of Dark Horses opening. Devon, 25, cites the Cure as influence while Gregg pursues a solo path after Allman Brothers Band fame.
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