Wisconsin voucher ruling moves closer to First Amendment test
Our view discusses the Wisconsin Supreme Court 4-2 decision allowing low income Milwaukee parents to use education vouchers at religious schools. It argues the issue may reach the U.S. Supreme Court, analyzes First Amendment implications, and compares to non-discriminatory use and the G I Bill, noting potential procedural and liberty concerns.
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Changing of the guard in black leadership debate
Thomas Lowell notes Marion Barry’s withdrawal as mayor signals a shift in black political leadership. He cites Dwight Evans’s primary win against union opposition as a sign blacks may seek representation beyond liberal blocs and strong NEA influence.
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Cal Thomas on Clinton China policy and Tiananmen anniversary
Cal Thomas argues President Clinton repeats past stance on China while pursuing reelection funds. He contends U S human rights concerns are sidelined by pragmatism and campaign money, citing Gore and Bush disagreements and China’s missile technology sales. Thomas portrays China as viewing the US as untrustworthy and warns of rising policy clashes in the new century. He notes his role as lecturer and commentator.
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