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VOICES: Why does abortion drive the discourse at the expense of every other social concern?
Sunday, August 6th, 2023
via Dayton Daily News (Ohio)As Ohio prepares for an August special election, conservative pro-life groups are holding town halls and speaking engagements to get the vote out in support of an amendment that would make it harder…
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Le Tigre’s feminist rage has always been fun
Friday, August 4th, 2023
via KNPR (Nevada)The synth-pop band just finished its first tour in nearly 20 years. After a recent show in Brooklyn, two longtime fans reflect on why this music still hasn't lost its power.
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The name, image and likability of Charlie Baker
Friday, August 4th, 2023
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Asa Hutchinson continues to poll abysmally, but he’s getting buzz anyway
Thursday, August 3rd, 2023
via Arkansas Times (Arkansas)Less than a month out from a public televised debate in Milwaukee on August 23, former Arkansas governor Asa Hutchinson is on a sweeping tour of the television circuit, armed with center right talking…
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AI better not think about writing this newsletter
Thursday, August 3rd, 2023
via POLITICO (New York)Parent Involvement, LGBTQ+, School Board – General
Rokita urges Supreme Court to put Indiana abortion restrictions into effect
Thursday, August 3rd, 2023
via NWI Times (Indiana)"The state, its citizens, and especially the unborn lives protected by S.B. 1 all will suffer grievously from an unjustified extension of the injunction," Rokita said.
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Indiana State Prison in Michigan City eyed for closure following Westville rebuilding
Wednesday, August 2nd, 2023
via NWI Times (Indiana)Officials plan to tell the State Budget Committee Friday it makes no sense to continue operating the aged Indiana State Prison once a new prison opens in Westville.
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‘Father of Indian Education’: Blackfeet legend Earl Barlow dies at 96
Wednesday, August 2nd, 2023
via Missoulian (Montana)Earl Barlow, a prominent Blackfeet leader who advocated for Indigenous education and helped shape the state's Constitution, died on July 26.
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Montgomery County principals question messaging, appropriateness of LGBTQ books
Wednesday, August 2nd, 2023
via The Washington Post (Maryland)A group of Montgomery County elementary principals notified district officials in November they were concerned about using the new books in curriculum for younger students.
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Here are the top education issues to watch going into the new school year
Wednesday, August 2nd, 2023
via The Kansas City Star (Kansas)Schools are preparing for a new academic year amid growing political polarization in the classroom and mounting concerns about learning loss. As the 2024 election heats up and reports indicate plummeting test scores, educators are at the forefront of navigating the line to satisfy students, parents and politicians. From advances in technology to books pulled...
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Elon Musk, self-described ‘free speech absolutist,’ sues nonprofit over its speech
Wednesday, August 2nd, 2023
via Miami Herald (Florida)Elon Musk, owner of the company formerly called Twitter and an avowed crusader for free speech, this week followed through on a threat and sued a nonprofit over its statements criticizing his firm, now called X.
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Federal judge declines to block new Indiana law barring teaching of human sexuality in grades K-3
Tuesday, August 1st, 2023
via Chicago Tribune (Illinois)A federal judge has declined to block the enforcement of a new state law barring the teaching of human sexuality to students from pre-K through the third grade.
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Stitt executive order targets transgender rights
Tuesday, August 1st, 2023
via The Journal Record (Oklahoma)Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt on Tuesday directed state agencies to use narrow definitions of 'female' and 'male,' in the latest attack on transgender rights in a state that already has laws targeting bathroom use, health care and sports teams for transgender people.
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Transgender rights targeted in executive order signed by Oklahoma governor
Tuesday, August 1st, 2023
via The Seattle Times (Washington)Gov. Kevin Stitt has signed an executive order targeting transgender rights in Oklahoma.
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Federal judge declines to block new Indiana law barring teaching of sex in grades K-3
Monday, July 31st, 2023
via The Seattle Times (Washington)A federal judge has declined to block the enforcement of a new state law barring the teaching of human sexuality to students from pre-K through the third grade.
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GOP probe fails to prove teachers union influence on CDC guidance, Democrats say
Monday, July 31st, 2023
via POLITICO (New York)'I think Republicans on this committee are exasperated because they can't get to the conclusion they want. There's no evidence to support the story they're trying to create,' said Rep. Robert Garcia.
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Longtime school board member rescinds candidacy
Monday, July 31st, 2023
via Juneau Empire (Alaska)Brian Holst pulls from race days after submitting, set to step away after nine years.
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‘Mama bears’ may be the 2024 race’s soccer moms. But where the GOP seeks votes, some see extremism
Sunday, July 30th, 2023
via Quad City Times (Iowa)In many election cycles, there's a snappy shorthand used to describe the type of voters who may help decide the winner. Think soccer moms or security moms. Even NASCAR dads. And now, the 'mama bears.'
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Candidates for local office scramble as Aug. 1 election looms
Sunday, July 30th, 2023
via The Spokesman Review (Washington)Ballots are due Tuesday for the August primary, in which Spokane voters will select the two candidates that will compete for the mayor's office, positions on the City Council and the Spokane Public…
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