Thinking gray to dodge binary thinking in leadership debates
USC president samples argues artful procrastination and thinking gray help leaders avoid snap judgments on politics and religion. The piece cites social studies showing crowd influence and urges cautious, informed decision making amid immigration reform and election dynamics.
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Arts funding cuts spark strong student support
When districts face budget cuts, arts programs especially music and dance are hit first. Advocates argue arts foster confidence, learning, and pride, turning shy students into engaged learners, even as other subjects face ground loss under No Child Left Behind.
Benefits of Arts Education Boost Academic Achievement
Research shows arts participation correlates with higher grades, exam scores, and reading comprehension. American for the Arts notes a rigorous arts curriculum triples or quadruples recognition and involvement in school offices and science fairs. Education data from 25,000 students also links arts study to better grades and fewer tv hours.
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Taxed Water District Confusion Sparks Local Debate
Shafter and Wasco property owners question why property tax bills fund the Shafter Wasco Irrigation District a farm water service that sells water to farmers not homeowners. The district says the 1937 vote funded pipeline maintenance for farmers outlets and homeowners rely on city water yet pay taxes. Last year tax receipts reportedly exceeded 1 million dollars.
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