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March 10, 2015
Terry Schilling

Just Audit the Darn Thing
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March 10, 2015
TNP Super User

Bush: “Not going to back down” on Common Core
Real Clear Politics and the Associated Press reported on former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush's most recent string of events and appearances in Iowa this past weekend. One notable appearance was a March 6th fundraiser for Rep. David Young near Des Moines, where a supporter in attendance reportedly told Bush, "I applaud you for your support of Common Core, keep on that topic." Bush responded by saying: “Raising expectations and having accurate assessments of where kids are is essential for success, and I’m not going to back down on that.” RCP reports that he added: "What I can tell you is the federal government shouldn't be involved in this." According to the Associated Press, Bush told reporters after the event: "I know what I believe. I believe in higher standards that develop critical thinking skills.”[...]