State Supreme Court upholds right to home schooling 9 0
The Texas Supreme Court rules the right to home schooling is protected in a 9 to 0 decision. The article also notes political shifts as Tom Pauken becomes Texas Republican chairman and discusses outreach to Hispanics. It covers welfare reform debate, cross border road planning, and DWI checkpoint legality.
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Texas Supreme Court Endorses Home School Rights
The Texas Supreme Court ruled 9-0 that parents may educate their children at home and that Texas law does not require children taught in legitimate home schools to attend public schools. The ruling also lets the state require achievement tests for home schooled students.
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Isaiah Verse Inspires Faith Through Trials
A biblical quotation from Isaiah 43 2 reinforces trust in divine presence during hardship. The passage promises protection as one passes through waters and rivers that shall not overflow. The message offers consolation and steadfast faith.
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Democrats use government to solve problems
Editor argues for crime and prison policy, citing Annd Rich ards and Bill Clinton. It claims prison capacity expansion reduced violent crime and says Clinton proposed 100000 more police while Republicans misstate federal court orders. It critiques deficits under Reagan Bush and praises Clinton deficit reduction.
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Editorial views on education health and government roles
Howard Berger, Wilson County Democratic Chairman, argues education funding has improved but critiques a George W. Bush plan to reduce statewide standards. He discusses health insurance gaps, the Clinton plan, and the role of government in crime, defense, environment, health care, and personal choices.
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