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6. I was aware of schools in Chicago being closed, but not this many.... This is why public schools

Reply to Judi Lynn (Original post)

Thu May 10, 2012, 10:54 PM

May 2012

should not receive funding from private entities. These private entities should pay their fair share of taxes so that all children can receive the tools they need regardless if the Gates, or the Waltons approve funding...

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Why Isn't Closing 40 Philadelphia Public Schools National News? [View all] Judi Lynn May 2012 OP

i have no idea...oh wait madrchsod May 2012 #1

It is on Big Ed show. He even had a teacher from Philly on his show last night. southernyankeebelle May 2012 #2

because schools are being closed all over the place and its not special? nt msongs May 2012 #3

Ensuring a steady supply of ingnorant, young, strong and healthy workers... DCKit May 2012 #4

"The black political class is utterly silent" frazzled May 2012 #5

I was aware of schools in Chicago being closed, but not this many.... This is why public schools midnight May 2012 #6

The issue certainly deserves more news coverage than it gets. limpyhobbler May 2012 #7

It's a rant. Igel May 2012 #8

Look into PA's Republican Governor and his budget cuts. edcantor May 2012 #9