Bush pushes affirmative access over action in Michigan case
In a near MLK Day critique, the Bush administration challenges Michigan’s admissions policy as discriminatory. Critics warn the shift from affirmative action to affirmative access could revive propless racial bias, while Michigan officials defend their practices. Ottawa University commemorates Dr. King with service and essays as readers weigh the policy change.
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Question of the Week on Bush affirmative action shift
The Ottawa Herald invites readers to vote on whether to replace affirmative action with affirmative access and share comments online or by mail. Readers are asked to reply by Friday at the Ottawa Herald office.
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Editorial: GOP Holds Power in Kansas Offices
The Newton Kansan notes Republicans control many Kansas offices despite a Democratic governor. It surveys Attorney General hopeful Phill Kline and his likely conservative agenda on abortion and prisons, Praeger’s insurance role, Jenkins’ farm loan work and unclaimed funds, and Thornburgh’s bid to shape a moderate GOP path for 2006.
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Reading for pleasure drives Wellsville reading program
Denise O'Dea leads Wellsville Schools Accelerated Reader program begun in 1995 to foster reading for enjoyment and comprehension. Students in K through 5th grade earn points by passing tests on books at their reading level, with incentives such as pie in the principal's face at 7000 points and other stunts at higher totals.
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Community ties and local concerns in Ottawa
In Ottawa, long-time residents urge careful handling of a school bond issue and infrastructure needs while praising schools and community service. They warn that state funds cover only about a third of the $36 million for three new schools and urge informed voter decisions.
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Don't undertake a major building project now
The author cites Luke 14 28 30 to warn against funding new construction without financial backing. If the bond issue passes and economies slide Ottawa's political educational establishment could face a difficult position. Larry Whittaker
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