Jackson says South can rise above racism
The Rev. Jesse Jackson addressed a joint Alabama Legislature session urging reconciliation and an economic rise for the South. He spoke in Montgomery where secession began, calling for a new South with former slaves and masters at a table of justice amid applause and mixed reception.
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Tennessee governor struggles to sell teacher incentive plan
Tennessee Governor Lamar Alexander faces political hurdles in funding and selling a master teacher pay program. Despite favorable tax support for better schools, the Senate education committee blocks the plan amid teacher-labor opposition. Alexander argues merit pay is essential, proposing up to 7000 extra dollars for top teachers funded by a tax hike and general-fund boosts.
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Welfare recipients vow to appeal California poorhouse ruling
In Sacramento lawyers for welfare recipients promise to appeal after a county poorhouse policy requires the destitute to live there to receive $200 monthly checks. They seek a choice between room and board or cash aid, arguing humane treatment and legal options.
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