Colorado school voucher program deemed unconstitutional
Denver the Colorado Supreme Court ruled the state voucher program unconstitutional as it takes control from local school boards. The plan, offering 4500 dollars yearly to cover private or parochial tuition, was never enacted due to legal challenges and aimed to start next fall.
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Allawi Faces Daunting Task Amid Iraq Turmoil
Iyad Allawi, the CIA-linked opposition leader turned Iraqi prime minister, faces distrust from Shiites and Sunnis while pledging security measures. He plans new laws to empower security forces, recall disbanded army units, and counter a growing insurgency with tactics reminiscent of Saddam era.
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Supreme Court rules detainees may challenge captivity in U S courts
The Supreme Court ruled that the war on terror does not grant a blank check to detain U S and foreign suspects without access to courts. It allowed Yaser Hamdi and nearly 500 detainees at Guantanamo Bay to file suit in U S courts to contest captivity and rights violations, while sending Padilla’s case back to lower court.
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More women choose elective C sections over natural births
A CDC style study estimates about 80,000 women had preplanned elective Caesareans in 2002 up from under 63,000 in 2001, amid debate among obstetricians. Doctors note risks include future pregnancy complications and surgery carries potential serious side effects. proponents argue informed women should choose. Randi Rosenberg, 38, chose an elective Csection for convenience and safety concerns after fibroid surgery, with Alexandra Marais born June 8.
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Record of rising high school and college graduation rates
Census Bureau data show more Americans age 25 and older hold high school diplomas and bachelor degrees than before, with whites leading most categories though gaps persist for blacks and Hispanics. Asians surpass whites in some earnings at higher degree levels, reflecting immigrant education patterns.
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