Education law good start and the president signs it
President Bush signs a law tying federal school funding to test scores to raise reading and math proficiency. It sets 12 year targets for states to improve test results through 2004-05 with science added later and allows targeted aid or school choice options if scores lag. Critics warn focusing on tests may crowd out other subjects.
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January 9 history highlights across the world
On January 9 across history notable events include France declaring on Spain in 1719 and Russia ending war with Turkey by the 1792 Treaty of Jassy. In 1965 Congo forces killed many suspected rebels in Stanleyville, and 1978 marks Iran’s Islamic Revolution beginning.
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50th Wedding Anniversary for Ellis and family hosts
Mr. and Mrs. Ellis Jones of 2001 N. Mesa Ave. celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary with five children Marty Louis Della Sandra and Brighton as hosts. Bridget O Neal, daughter of Charlie and Kaylie O Neal, is named to Who's Who Among Universities and Colleges 1967 77. Army Capt. Maureen McKnight, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Howard Lee, receives a promotion at Fort Meade Maryland.
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Height helps Ahrens in NM governor bid says tall voters favor him
Santa Fe notes voter bias for tall male candidates and simple messaging. The column cites Larry Ahrens, a 6 foot 5 inch radio host, as benefiting from this trend while contrasting past examples of leaders with plain talkers and limited formal credentials.
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Euro Debut Attracts Critique From Observant Eye
A columnist voices mixed reactions to the euro launch in Europe. They lament the loss of national symbols on money while noting potential price stability, cross border comparisons, and counterfeit challenges. The piece references Irish coinage with a Celtic harp and questions permission for national imagery.
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Democrats face timetable squeeze for 2004 presidential bid
Democrats eyeing a 2004 run must build networks raise money and outline why they seek the presidency amid a year shortened by terror attacks and a fast early primary. Candidates like Edwards Lieberman Kerry Gephardt Gore and others work on staff recruitment travel fundraising and public profiles while Gore’s PAC Lead 02 and Daschle travel shape early races.
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