State moves to admit out of state teachers to curb shortage
The New York Board of Regents eased rules on March 7 to allow qualified teachers from other states to begin teaching in New York with certification due within two years. Education officials estimate about 1,500 out of state teachers seek New York certification annually, a number likely to rise. Parallel proposals from Senate Leader Bruno and US Senator Schumer push pension buy ins, retirement extensions, and grants to attract and retain teachers in underserved districts and low performing schools. Syracuse area faces looming retirement for a large share of staff as the shortage grows.
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Common Sense Obstructed Stalling on Cameras in Court
State Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver resists cameras in New York courts arguing lack of time due to budget issues. Courts have erupted into a broader debate after Teresi ruled Section 52 unconstitutional, allowing judges to open their courts to cameras, with still no action from the legislature.
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Diallo case and war psychology in New York City
Marina Skrabalo and Christine Tranchell respond to the Amadou Diallo case and debates on war mentality, law, and social order. Skrabalo compares civilian killings in NYC to war zones, urges peace-building, and highlights mistrust and us versus them. Tranchell argues that marriage is God’s institution and condemns modern redefining of sexuality.
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Retirement fund raises anger Watertown reader
A letter from John T Brady of Watertown criticizes the New York State Common Retirement Fund for not granting cost of living adjustments to retirees. He notes a fund value rise from 56 billion in 1993 to over 115 billion today and urges Albany to change leadership to secure benefits for common retirees.
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Nuclear disarmament push taints 2000 campaign
Peace Action of Central New York criticizes the four presidential candidates for avoiding the 50 year nuclear issue. It urges national leaders to address nuclear disarmament as it hosts April 9 house parties and promotes the CBS Fail Safe broadcast discussion led by George Clooney. Caroline Blakely leads Peace Action CNY.
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