@MeghanMcCain At least it displaced Strom Thurmond's disgraceful opposition to the Civil Rights Act as the longest filibuster in Senate history. Now, students will see opposition to Trump's tearing down of democracy as the record-holder. One for the ages.
Three states approved wage hikes or paid leave, but three others rejected wage measures.
The issue of “tipped wages” drew significant interest during the presidential campaign, when both major party nominees promised to eliminate federal taxes on tips.
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With much emphasis on candidates and issues like abortion, other referendums tend to get lost in the maelstrom. Here's a primer by @christinevestal centered on education issues, quoting yours truly. The lessons can be applied to lots of other topics! https://t.co/B9ePw3a0dL
Higher summer temperatures, driven by climate change, are pushing more school districts around the country to start the school year later. It’s contrary to a decades-long trend toward moving up start dates, @espovich reports.
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"Donald Trump angry is not a particularly effective way to recruit new supporters."
Trump's anger at jibes from the DNC is unlikely to make his platform more appealing to middle ground voters @espovich tells @DarrylMorris on #TimesRadio.
What's the minimum wage in your state? Will it go up? Referendums in several states this fall will decide that and attendant wage issues. https://t.co/SrkUyPsgfR
Via @espovich and @stateline_news: Personnel shortages, limited hours and transportation difficulties are obstacles in making pre-kindergarten fully accessible. https://t.co/gUCTQlFmH7 #alpolitics