Florida ranks last in NEA teacher pay ranking despite burnout
The Orlando Sentinel notes Florida sits 50th in NEA teacher pay, $53,048 on average, far below the $69,544 national average and Georgia. It highlights 3 percent Florida pay growth vs 4.1 nationally, high vacancies, and the legislature's clashes over pay and collective bargaining. It cites burnout, a retired teacher's lessons, and DeSantis backed state reform.
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The Medina Gazette invites letters to the editor and outlines editing for brevity, accuracy, and clarity. Submissions should be 250 words or fewer, with edits possible to fit length, and must include the writer’s full name address and phone number for verification by email or mail.
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The Living Presidency and the perils of unchecked power
The essay argues presidents have expanded authority beyond constitutional limits across eras from Roosevelt to Biden. It cites Saikrishna Prakash on a creeping coup, discusses signing statements, unilateral wars, and executive agreements, and warns Congress must reclaim its proper restraints to prevent a democratic monarchical presidency.
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Greene ousted as Johnson holds line against GOP rebel
The House rejected Marjorie Taylor Greene’s motion to vacate the speakership, backed by most Republicans and some Democrats. Johnson solidified control as Greensboro allies and Trump aligned against Greene, who had strained relations with party leaders and aimed to force concessions. The vote united the party briefly, underscoring tensions within a fragile majority.
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