When schools won't teach English

Article Abstract:

A profile on the political activity of Hispanics in revising the English Language Development Program of California's education law is presented. Many Hispanics are being left out of the English language program due to the high number of Hispanic teacher hirings, which encouraged the use of Spanish in education.

Political activity, Education, Social policy, Demographic aspects, California, Minorities, Hispanic Americans

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The real Abe Lincoln

Article Abstract:

Politicians stand to benefit if they adopt the statesmanship and principles which governed Abraham Lincoln's actions. Despite portrayals of Lincoln as a stern and grave leader, he used wit and humor, practiced tolerance, exercised pragmatism and showed sympathy for all during his governance.

Beliefs, opinions and attitudes

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Lincoln, to those who knew him

Article Abstract:

Literary and visual portrayals of Abraham Lincoln often emphasize his gravity. Few saw and recognized Lincoln's wit and sense of humor, though his resolve and equal concern for all was well-known.

Behavior

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