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Arizona 3rd Congressional District candidates: Where they stand on issues
Tuesday, July 9th, 2024
via The Arizona Republic (Arizona)Arizona 3rd Congressional District includes parts of Phoenix and Glendale. It previously was represented by Ruben Gallego..
Racism
Bruinton: Milford students should learn free from censorship
Tuesday, July 9th, 2024
via Delaware State News (Delaware)Across our country, 45 states have introduced classroom censorship bills that restrict discussions on race, gender and related topics in school. To date, these bills have become law in 17 states, limiting the ability for millions of kids to explore new ideas, encounter different perspectives and develop critical-thinking skills.
School Board – General, Racism
4 candidates are running for 3 Avondale City Council seats. What to know
Monday, July 8th, 2024
via The Arizona Republic (Arizona)Avondale has 4 candidates seeking 3 City Council seats at the July 30 election: Gloria Solorio, Jeannette Garcia, Natosha Edmonds and Shari Weise.
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Florida adds more textbook restrictions. This time, it’s climate change.
Monday, July 8th, 2024
via Tampa Bay Times (Florida)A roundup of Florida education news from around the state
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Nothing ‘advanced’ about Harford school board AP decision STAFF COMMENTARY
Saturday, July 6th, 2024
via The Baltimore Sun (Maryland)Decision to drop AP African American Studies class shows board's learning skills are subpar.
School Board – General, Book Bans, Racism
Broken Records: Citizens face growing obstacles to public records – and legislators are making them worse
Saturday, July 6th, 2024
via The Spokesman-Review (Idaho)Emily Moyer, a 37-year-old photographer, was hoping public records could help save her fiance.
Racism, Parent Involvement
Electronics recycling event at Pinewood Bowl July 19
Saturday, July 6th, 2024
via Lincoln Journal Star (Nebraska)An electronics recycling event is set for 5:30-7:30 p.m. Friday, July 19, at Pinewood Bowl, 3201 S. Coddington Ave., during the run of 'Disneys' Tarzan' in Pioneers Park.
Racism
Candidate filing begins for Wake County school board. See who wants to lead district.
Friday, July 5th, 2024
via The News & Observer (North Carolina)The officially nonpartisan school board has a 7-2 Democratic majority.
Racism, School Board – General
The Marxists come for Dolly Parton
Friday, July 5th, 2024
via OC Register (California)I know I can't change the Marxists' minds, but I can keep reading about baby llamas and little engines with my kids so much that one day they'll be able to determine what's absurd for themselves. …
Racism
Massachusetts teacher fired for her TikTok videos loses First Amendment federal appeal
Wednesday, July 3rd, 2024
via Boston Herald (Massachusetts)A Massachusetts teacher who was fired for her controversial TikTok videos on critical race theory and trans issues has lost her First Amendment federal appeals case against the school district.
Racism, School Board – General
Once solidly red, northwest Michigan offers fighting chance for Democrats
Wednesday, July 3rd, 2024
via Bridge Michigan (Michigan)As populations change, areas like Grand Traverse County are becoming more competitive. And the region could once again prove key in determining who controls the Michigan Legislature.
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Summer theater: Out of chaos
Wednesday, July 3rd, 2024
via Durango Herald (Colorado)Take a well-known story, exaggerate its characters, sprinkle with music and high jinks, stir in an eager audience, and simmer for two-and-a-half hours in a Colorado mountain town. Last weekend,…
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In GOP race for MO governor, internal poll by pro-Kehoe PAC suggests 3-way contest
Wednesday, July 3rd, 2024
via Springfield News-Leader (Missouri)Early favorite Jay Ashcroft has lost a lead over Mike Kehoe, but a poll shows Bill Eigel gaining ground and the Republican nomination up for grabs.
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Race for empty House seat representing Spokane Valley, surrounding area features crowded field of candidates
Wednesday, July 3rd, 2024
via The Spokesman-Review (Idaho)A half dozen seasoned politicians and first-time candidates are vying to represent Spokane Valley and much of eastern Spokane County in the state Legislature, after the incumbent left the seat wide…
Racism, Parent Involvement
What is behind ASU professor’s lawsuit against diversity, equity and inclusion training
Tuesday, July 2nd, 2024
via 12News (Arizona)Attorneys representing Arizona State University are expected to file a response to a lawsuit that challenges the school's diversity, equity and inclusion program.
Racism
Across the nation and in Colorado, partisan cultural battles create blizzard of school-related lawsuits
Monday, July 1st, 2024
via The Gazette (Colorado)Not that long ago, public school boards in Colorado struggled to attract any candidates to run for office or be appointed to fill vacated seats. Today, some contenders spend tens
Racism, School Board – General
A look at some new state laws going into effect…
Sunday, June 30th, 2024
via Orlando Sentinel (Florida)Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed a spate of new laws that are scheduled to take effect Monday. There's a measure that creates littering fines for kids and adults who release balloons into the sky…
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Montana lawmakers offer mixed responses to Louisiana law requiring Ten Commandments in schools
Sunday, June 30th, 2024
via Daily Inter Lake (Montana)Montana's Republican congressional delegation hesitated last week to follow Louisiana in requiring public schools to affix the Ten Commandments in classrooms even as former President Donald Trump…
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Biden’s halting debate performance puts a renewed spotlight on Harris
Friday, June 28th, 2024
via The Washington Post (California)Vice president Harris is in a uniquely tricky position as both Biden's top lieutenant and his most obvious successor
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