?We do a disservice to children when we shield them from the truth, just because some people think it is painful or doesn't fit with their particular views.?
? Arne Duncan, US Secretary of Education
?U.S. Education Secretary Criticizes New History Standards,? Austin American Statesman
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Number of additional conversion charters that may be allowed in North Carolina, under a new bill pushed forward by Gov. Bev Perdue.
?Poor Schools May Convert to Charters Under Bill,? Raleigh News Observer