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Obama’s inauguration makes history for race relations

clay — Mon, 19 Jan 2009 02:21:41 +0000

Obama’s inauguration makes history for race relations“Outgoing President George W. Bush was quick to make the point in his farewell address, saying that Obama’s story — his black father was from Kenya, his white mother from Kansas — represents “the enduring promise of our land.” I am glad to see the optimism (and what an event).

inauguration celebrations ramp up, a lot of people are asking: “How much will this shindig cost?”

clay — Mon, 19 Jan 2009 01:31:27 +0000

Inauguration celebration cost I look at issues like this and wonder why we don’t reduce costs where we can, particularly during economic slumps (this is bad as I have seen it in my lifetime, 3 of my neighbors have moved out recently). George Bush $ 42.3 Million (2005)Bill Clinton $33 Million (1993) And now over $150 million?

14th Amendment – no need for hate crimes legislation

clay — Mon, 12 Jan 2009 02:19:24 +0000

Hate Crime Legislation Do you agree with the christian attorney’s interpretation of the hate crime legislation and the 14th Amendment? Why or why not? Please remember to show evidence you read the article in your response.

California Supreme Court Hears ACLU Privacy Violation Arguments in 49ers Pat-Down Lawsuit

clay — Mon, 12 Jan 2009 02:13:33 +0000

How about this? Is it a violation of privacy to be pat down prior to attending a football game? The California Constitution guarantees that Californians have a right to be free from unjustified intrusions on privacy. At the center of this protected realm is a sphere of personal autonomy that includes a person’s own body. A fundamental right to privacy was enshrined in state law when voters passed the Privacy Initiative in 1972. The right to privacy figured centrally in the state Supreme Court’s historic ruling in the same sex marriage case last May.Please remember to include evidence that you read the article in your response. 49er Fans

U.S. Supreme Court takes up ‘reverse discrimination’ case

clay — Mon, 12 Jan 2009 02:08:55 +0000

Continuing the discussion of the 5th and 14th Amendment, what do you think of this case? Please remember to include evidence that you read the article. Reverse discrimination claim

Single-Sex Classes: Do they work?

clay — Sat, 03 Jan 2009 04:38:24 +0000

Does single-sex classes result in increasing academic achievement and/or additional benefits?

CLAYTON COUNTY: Single-sex classes being considered

Atlanta, Ga.: Dec 9, 2008. pg. C.7

Abstract (Summary)

Superintendent John Thompson told the school board Monday night that he is looking into the benefits of separating students by gender to increase academic achievement.

More Clayton County students could find themselves in single-sex classrooms next year.

Superintendent John Thompson told the school board Monday night that he is looking into the benefits of separating students by gender to increase academic achievement.

“Gender-based education is nothing new,” Thompson said.

“This is going to be something we can utilize.”

In August, the district added its first all-male academy at North Clayton High School.

The program started with 41 boys in sixth and seventh grades, but has expanded to 87 boys.

The boys have single-sex classes for their main academics, but are with girls for lunch, gym, art and music.

Some parents said they were disappointed and surprised Clayton was eyeing single-sex classes. The all-male academy never went before the school board and was approved solely by the superintendent.

“This is a public school. Even the military doesn’t divide by sex,” Riverdale resident Linda Granger said. Clayton is one of the only public school systems in Georgia to have all-male classes, said deputy Superintendent Judith Simmons.

In August, Greene County Schools abandoned a plan to become the first school system in the nation to be entirely segregated by sex after complaints from parents. The school system, which is headed by former Clayton superintendent Barbara Pulliam, now has optional single-sex classes in third grade.

CSU may cut enrollment

clay — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 19:59:06 +0000

CSU may cut enrollmentPlease read the linked article and editorial and: (1) Discuss what you learned(2) And how this applies to be you, be specific and use an example (please refer back to the readings) editorial on the issue

Deficit is clear, solution is not

clay — Sun, 16 Nov 2008 22:01:11 +0000

Deficit is clear, solution is notThe article reviews some remedies and their potential effects. What remedy do you support the most and why this remedy over the others? Be specific and refer to the reading.

Arnold proposed $4.4 billion in tax increases in California

clay — Fri, 07 Nov 2008 03:14:51 +0000

Arnold pledged he would not raise taxes in his last campaign. He also criticized Obama and claimed Obama will raise taxes if he is elected. Why not cut? SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) - Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger has proposed $4.4 billion in tax increases and billions more in spending cuts to close California’s worsening budget deficit, declaring: “We must stop the bleeding.”

Election Results in California

clay — Wed, 05 Nov 2008 04:02:29 +0000

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