Category Archives: Public Policy

Campaign to defend standards in schools

Concerns stoked by pundits unfounded, advocacy groups say
By Cathryn Creno
The Republic | azcentral.com 
Arizona’s College and Career Ready Standards were mired in controversy long before they took effect in public schools last fall.
Conservatives, both in Arizo­na and nationally, have used the basis … Continue reading

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Bank economists expect ‘breakout year’ of growth

Arizona Republic 01/17/2014, Page B06
By Russ Wiles
A panel of 13 bank economists predict 2014 will be a “breakout year” with slightly higher growth as private-sector demand accelerates and Washington’s fiscal drag eases.
The American Bankers Association committee forecasts the nation’s gross … Continue reading

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Scottsdale to Host Congressional Field Hearing on Monday, September 23

The Committee on Small Business, Subcommittee on Investigation, Oversight and Regulations will meet for a hearing titled, Small Businesss Access to Capital in Scottsdale, Arizona.
This hearing will examine the local environment for small businesses seeking to raise capital, and the … Continue reading

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