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Gubernatorial Candidates Tout Support for Education

by Karen DeWitt

Sep 18, 2002 — Education has become the pivotal issue in the New York state governor's race. Governor Pataki, a Republican, and his Democratic rival Carl McCall, have both launched new TV ads touting their support for education. Karen Dewitt takes a look at some of the candidate's stands on this issue. Go to full article

Democracy Matters

by David Sommerstein

Sep 04, 2002 — As students return to college campuses, a nationwide group called Democracy Matters is trying to get students charged up about campaign finance reform. David Sommerstein talks with the group's director about how to hook students on reforming money in politics. Go to full article

Students At Plattsburgh State University More Liberal Than Students Nationwide

by Brian Mann

Apr 15, 2002 — A survey of students at Plattsburgh State University has found that the school's freshmen tend to be liberal on issues that include marijuana use and gay rights. The study suggests that Plattsburgh students are more liberal than other college students nationwide. Brian Mann has details. Go to full article

NYS English and Math Regents Results

by Karen DeWitt

Dec 24, 2001 — The news is mixed on the results of the Regents English and Math tests taken by New York's high school seniors. Go to full article

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