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Reimagining the School Day Outside the Classroom: How to Better Prepare Students for Life
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For over a century, the Carnegie Unit — better known as the credit hour — has shaped nearly every aspect of American education: from class schedules to graduation requirements and even financial aid. But this formula, defined as 120 hours of contact time with an instructor, is now facing growing criticism. Even the Carnegie…
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No Longer Safe: How Legal Immigrants and Green Card Holders Are Caught in the Deportation Dragnet
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In recent years, the United States has witnessed a significant intensification of immigration enforcement policies, leading to heightened concerns among various immigrant communities. Notably, individuals who have traditionally been considered secure in their residency status—such as legal immigrants, green card holders, and even naturalized citizens—are now facing increased scrutiny and potential risks of deportation.…
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Medi-Cal on the Chopping Block: What $800 Billion in Medicaid Cuts Could Mean for California
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In a move that could profoundly affect California’s healthcare system, Congress is considering an $800 billion reduction to Medicaid funding over the next decade. This proposal threatens to strip health coverage from approximately 70 million Americans, with California’s Medi-Cal program—serving nearly 15 million residents—facing significant repercussions. This topic was discussed by multiple experts on…
