As you get closer to the deadline, it's easier to pick up votes. At that point, members can go home and say they didn't like the plan, but they had to vote for it to keep the schools from closing. |
The only race that is going to be impacted seriously over the success or failure of public school finance is the governor's race. |
Those who advocate for Christian principles in our public institutions should have the strength of their convictions so as to truly follow the teachings of Christ in His care and compassion for the poor, the lame, the sick and especially the children. |
We think this is kind of a back door way to raise general revenues. It's sort of like paying for dinner and then having someone else eat it. |