Controlling Health Care Costs

January 29, 2004

Originally published in 2001 in the journal Regulation, this article was distributed by Dr. Morreim at the 2nd Annual Policy Orientation.

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Restoring Confidence and Prestige to the Teaching Profession

Restoring Confidence and Prestige to the Teaching Profession The epidemic of uncertified teachers in Texas schools is the result of the collapse of the teacher preparation program, especially university programs. These programs have traded a focus on the classroom for social activism. Key points: More than 10% of teachers in Texas schools are now uncertified....

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Only citizens should vote; documentary proof of citizenship (DPOC) and voter identification are vital to this ideal. Key points: Election law and procedures should ensure that only citizens vote. Historically, inappropriately pumping up the vote has been a path to gaining power. Due to federal law, states cannot enact a higher standard for federal elections...

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