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School ends cheerleading awards that call out girls’ body parts

by Associated Press February 20, 2019February 20, 2019

A Wisconsin high school gave awards ‘meant to be funny’ for physical attributes such as largest breasts or buttocks.

by associated press February 20, 2019February 20, 2019

A work session on the bill, sponsored by Democratic Sen. Rebecca Millett, will be Wednesday.

by HEIDI H. SAMPSON SPECIAL TO THE PRESS HERALD February 20, 2019February 20, 2019

The benefits include improved memory and fine motor skills as well as better coordination.

The Republican’s measure draws criticism from educators and the ACLU.

Rhetoric that makes tax rates untouchable hamstrings government’s ability to meet the people’s needs.

Restoring the simple and meaningful 1901 design would be a great way to mark our bicentennial.

by Marc A. Thiessen The Washington Post February 15, 2019February 15, 2019

With her now-infamous talking points, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez accidentally exposes the left’s big lie.

by Ramesh Ponnuru Bloomberg Opinion February 15, 2019February 14, 2019

Cory Booker, Kirsten Gillibrand and Amy Klobuchar may fail dogma litmus tests tests in the primaries.

by the editorial board February 15, 2019February 14, 2019

Young people eligible for free and reduced-price meals at school aren’t getting them – and it’s not because they don’t need them.

A public hearing was held Thursday on Rep. Heidi Sampson’s bill to require cursive instruction in grades 3-5 of Maine public schools.