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COLUMN: County BOE asleep

Thursday, December 3. 2009
Why does the Jackson County School System spend such a significant amount more per student than other area school systems? [Full Story »] 

COLUMN: Males flunking public education

Wednesday, November 25. 2009
Are girls really smarter than boys? Based on the academic performance of the two genders, it seems that boys have been losing ground at an alarming rate. [Full Story »] 

COLUMN: Where do we draw the privacy line?

Thursday, November 19. 2009
There’s an interesting battle brewing in neighboring Barrow County over a teacher who resigned after school officials confronted her about material on her Facebook page. [Full Story »] 

COLUMN: Don’t forget who’s really right

Thursday, November 12. 2009
The recent tossing of the recall effort in Pendergrass has given town officials something to crow about. They have claimed “victory” and cast those who attempted the recall as “psyco.” [Full Story »] 

COLUMN: Dawgs giving UGA bad rep

Wednesday, November 4. 2009
UGA Bulldog fans have shed a lot of tears this fall as the team struggles to reach mediocrity. Anything other than “terrible” looks darn good right now. [Full Story »] 

COLUMN: How will cuts affect city voting?

Wednesday, October 28. 2009
Next week’s municipal elections will be a small snapshot on how the public is reacting to the financial stress facing many city governments. Over the last year, many local towns have had to do something they’ve never done in my lifetime — cut spending. [Full Story »] 

COLUMN: Advice for office-seekers

Thursday, October 22. 2009
One of the worst things about our political system is that anyone who can breathe and has a pulse can run for public office. [Full Story »] 

COLUMN: The security vs. freedom debate

Thursday, October 15. 2009
Ever since 9-11, a great debate has been raging over security vs. freedom. [Full Story »] 

EDITORIAL: Why do Pendergrass leaders hide?

Friday, October 9. 2009
When Pendergrass leaders shut down the town’s public comment period at city council meetings last week, it was a sign of fear and weakness. [Full Story »] 

COLUMN: When justice isn't blind, it isn't fair

Friday, October 2. 2009
A lot of people are interested in the investigations and recall efforts taking place in the City of Pendergrass. [Full Story »] 
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