New Mexico Grades on a Curve Under NCLB Waiver
News analysis argues that New Mexico officials led by Gov. Martinez and Hanna Skandera adopted a curved grading system to appear to improve schools while avoiding NCLB deadlines. The piece contrasts state moves with federal standards and warns of long term rusting of public education.
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Iwo Jima remembered in a veteran editorial
The Jacksonville Daily News editorial marks the 67th anniversary of the Iwo Jima campaign. It recalls Mount Suribachi’s height, the fierce hand to hand fighting, the high American and Japanese casualties, and the iconic flag raising as a lasting symbol of sacrifice and Marine resolve.
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Budget crisis rhetoric and spending promises analyzed
The piece contrasts a personal budget with a national deficit, noting a $13,300 annual shortfall atop $153,500 existing debt and a pledge to cut $300. It critiques political promises to reduce spending while implying the scale of the federal budget remains far larger.
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Doonesbury on spending and a call to cut the budget
The piece likens Americans to alcoholics in denying a spending problem and argues for reducing government, noting growth beyond 20 percent of GDP while suggesting cuts to foreign aid NPR Amtrak and post office subsidies. It contrasts history when government was under 5 percent of GDP and calls for restraint.
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Home remedies and care tips for ingrown toenails
Advice on avoiding infection and managing ingrown toenails includes soaking the foot, trimming nails along the curve, applying antibiotic ointment, and wearing low heeled shoes. Seek medical care for diabetes circulation issues numbness or if pain persists or recurs, as a professional may perform partial nail removal or chemical treatment.
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Roswell Airman Graduates Security Police Specialist Course
Airman 1st Class David Terry son of Mr and Mrs Herbert Terry of Roswell graduated from the U S Air Force security police specialist course at Lackland Air Force Base. He studied security operations tactics and weapons training and earned credits toward an associate degree from the Community College of the Air Force. Terry is a 1986 Roswell High School graduate.
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