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Education Funding: At the Crossroads
At the Crossroads (345k This document is in Adobe Acrobat PDF format. Click here for help.)
Oregon has among the best public education systems in the nation. But now we're on the verge of losing precious ground - and jeopardizing the future of our children - if Oregon doesn't hold on to its investment in public education during this budget crisis. This special edition of Focus on Critical Issues leads you through a historical journey, shedding interesting light on "how we got here," where we need to go, and why. This "call to action" piece is worth keeping and sharing with your community.  (Requires Adobe Acrobat Reader).		  
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