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A Post-Election Look at Education LegislationPresident Bush's education agenda for the 2004 election--oftentimes overshadowed by debates over Iraq and the war on terrorism--focused heavily on fine-tuning his administration's landmark No Child Left Behind Act. He promised increased funding for student assessment, cash awards for effective teachers (and more efficient ways of removing those who are ineffective), and more attention paid to applying the law's guidelines at the secondary level. Around 11 a.m. on November 3rd, supporters of the act--and critics who have demanded reform--got some good news; Bush will have four more years to implement these proposed improvements and prove that his signature initiative truly is the answer to our nation's education woes. Along with the president's extended term, the tallies at the end of Election Day 2004 showed a strengthened Republican representation in both the House and Senate. This also bodes well for Bush and NCLB supporters, as legislation proposed by the president will undoubtedly see a smoother road to approval than before. On the other hand, those who have argued against NCLB will likely be disappointed to see the bill's guidelines and requirements become further engrained in the nation's education system. Questions, ideas, or in need of more information? Please contact Stacey Pusey at 856-241-7772. |
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