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Turning Schools into Political Communications Centers
KQED Commentary
By: Lance T. Izumi, J.D.
4.29.2003
Under current law, it's a crime to use public school facilities and services to support or oppose political candidates or ballot measures. The law aims to uphold the political neutrality of public schools, which are taxpayer-funded institutions. A bill recently passed by the State Assembly, however, could change things.
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Law and Spamconomics
Technology Op-Ed
4.24.2003
Spam, the junk mail of the digital age, is the target of a Senate bill that, despite intentions, will have little effect.
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The Right Day to Ponder a Tax Revolt
Business and Economics Op-Ed
By: Lawrence J. McQuillan, Ph.D
4.15.2003
With tax day (April 15) on hand, California taxpayers are pessimistic, and with good reason. The tax code remains complex, the tax burden oppressive and prospects for tax relief dim. In fact, more than 100 bills before the Legislature would raise taxes and fees about $29 billion.
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Tax.con
Technology Op-Ed
4.14.2003
April 15 is almost here and taxes are on everyone's mind. It's a tough time of year for those who get unexpected or hefty tax bills, and the situation could get worse if state legislators around the country win the ability to further tax Internet transactions.
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Fluent - but not fluent enough
Education Op-Ed
By: Lance T. Izumi, J.D.
4.4.2003
With public education there always seems to be a dark cloud that comes with every silver lining. Take the recent test scores showing a significant jump in the number of non-English-speaking students, also known as English language learners, who have become English fluent.
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