Bailing out: Michigan

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Michigan has passed legislation banning the use of local property taxes for public school funding. This is part of an overall tax decrease, and funding for schools will come from other sources. Conservatives were angry with high taxes and low test scores in schools.

Education and state, Education policy, Michigan, Tax policy, Property taxes, Property tax, Engler, John

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Dan Coats, senator for charity

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Because government efforts to end poverty have failed for 30 years, it is time to rely on charities and volunteers as Coats suggests. Although Coats's ideas appeal to Republican legislators because it fosters a more positive and caring image, they may actually work.

Column, Political aspects, Volunteerism, Coats, Daniel R.

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The poetry pantheon

Article Abstract:

A guide to the poetry establishment is given. It classifies the poets, gives the poetry editors of literary journals and lists the powers behind literary initiatives. A list of the top poetry prizes is also presented.

Personalities, Directory, Poets, American poetry

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