A conversation with William Winter
The former governor shares his thoughts on education, racism, millennials’ obligation to social justice, and Mississippi’s place in America
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Commentary: Why I joined the nationwide fast food strike
The average fast food worker in Mississippi earns less than the poverty line and receives few benefits or protections.
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To rebuild after a storm, focus on building assets before it hits
East Biloxi residents are still struggling to recover from Hurricane Katrina and the BP oil spill. Community organizations are doing their part to promote economic stability, but state policymakers need to lift unnecessary burdens.
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Pre-K study shows that Mississippi kids succeed when given a chance
An analysis of MDE data shows that pre-K attendance can kickstart a positive domino effect that raises the likelihood of long-term academic success.
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Read the fine print on special education vouchers
Special needs students are legally entitled to free, appropriate public education services. In order to accept one of Mississippi’s new $6,500 vouchers, they must waive that right ? with potentially costly consequences.
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Commentary: How to make $60,000 when schools are underfunded
Become a lawyer and represent the Legislature when it evades its responsibility to adequately support public schools.
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Mississippi leads south in black student suspensions
Black students compose half of Mississippi’s enrollment but receive 74 percent of suspensions according to a new analysis of federal school discipline data.
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Four policies that would close the wage gap for Mississippi women
White women in make only 79 cents for every dollar earned by white men. The gap is even worse for black women.
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Healthy food, healthy children, healthy future
Thanks to a new policy, 250 high-poverty Mississippi schools are offering nutritious breakfast and lunch to all students at no charge.
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Primary Colors: How Robert Gray’s upset was more than a century in the making
Mississippi’s anachronistic primary system made it possible for a mystery man to win the Democratic nomination for governor.
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