Clinton pushes to cut space station costs with Russian help
The Columbia return marks a 10 day mission and underscores Clinton aims to broaden international backing for Freedom the US space station project. White House moves redesign to cut cost by two thirds and seeks Russia as major partner alongside ESA Japan and Canada upgrading Mir as a possible module to Freedom and boosting heavy lift efficiency.
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Italy votes for reform amid corruption backlash
Italy chose change with a near 90 percent yes on banning public party funding and about 83 percent for direct senatorial elections. Six other reforms passed as Italians back tackling a long postwar system of kickbacks and patronage.
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Picking on them grows into sensational news item
A letter criticizes overblown coverage of a mother Joanne Lee and her son Ron, arguing teachers in Elyria's 7th-12th grades are devoted and should not be portrayed negatively. The writer urges forgiveness if offense occurred and hopes the public treats the matter with fairness.
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Letters to the Editor on Western Reserve school policy
A reader criticizes the April 21 school board meeting for shifting policy control to a non accountable administrator. The letter argues for public debate over a proposed new course, its necessity, available alternatives, community acceptance, and adherence to state law to avoid chaos and anger.
School board lost control over self esteem course issue
In an uproar over a self esteem course at Western Reserve, critics question how the program affecting nearly 500 students was implemented without full board discussion or vote. They argue state law vests policy making in the board, with the superintendent implementing decisions, and note alleged overreach at the April 2 meeting.
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Moo-o-ving cartoon critique on school lunch program
Letter discusses a Dick Bartlett cartoon in The Chronicle of April 21 that questions the school lunch program. The writer argues the system has become a business for profit, naming Marriott and associates, and urges focus on providing good meals for children rather than profit.
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National lottery to fund health care proposal
A speaker urges a national Spirit of 1776 Sweepstakes to raise 500 million from a five dollar ticket scheme. Top prizes would total 100 winners of 1 776 000 tax free, second prizes of American autos, and about 120 000 third prizes of 176 60 tax free. Funds intended for basic health care and training, with potential deficit relief.
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Grass roots push for school vouchers in Chicago area
Chicagoan John Jenkins leads a case with 70 low income families and the Institute for Justice seeking voucher access to private or public schools. He recounts his daughter Nor een's failing Grant Elementary experience and a move from the Gold Coast to Ogden, while critics urge reforms and open enrollment in states like Wisconsin Minnesota and New York City.
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