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In-state tuition for illegal immigrants: A dream for some, a nightmare for others

by Len Lazarick | February 17, 2011 | Education, News | 2 |

Debate over whether young illegal immigrants living in Maryland and graduating from the state’s high schools should get in-state tuition to public colleges rocked an hours-long hearing Wednesday on a bill proposed by Sen. Victor Ramirez.

Community colleges take budget hit

by Len Lazarick | January 25, 2010 | Governor, News | 0 |

The amount of direct aid that Maryland sends to its local community colleges is set to take a hit under Gov. Martin O’Malley’s proposed budget, as increased employee benefits costs eat into program assistance.

Let’s shift the burden of proof and pass HB294. Let’s create a more equitable system where everyone works together for the benefit of students of disabilities. A system where having fewer resources doesn’t mean you get less justice than your wealthier neighbors. And a system where the adults handle disagreements like adults—not with threats or heavy-handed legal maneuvering, but with mutual respect and fairness.

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In-state tuition for illegal immigrants: A dream for some, a nightmare for others

Community colleges take budget hit

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