A reformed state-local funding model is the most effective for public education, allowing both the state and local governments to support schools while providing the best quality possible in an efficient manner.
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The Graduate Journal of American University's School of Public Affairs
Budgets
The Balanced Budget Amendment is a Terrible Solution to the National Debt Problem
The balanced budget amendment would enact a permanent austerity policy and represent an overwhelming conservative victory in the fight to shape the nation’s economic system.
Denying Students the Services They Need to Succeed
Every day, students with disabilities are neglected and fall further behind. We must ensure all students persevere in an environment that allows them to succeed.
CBO’s Daunting Budget and Economic Outlook: 2016 to 2026
After six years of deficit decline, the budget deficit will grow this year to $544 billion — $130 billion more than what CBO projected in August.
Why Is the Budget Deal All Bad for Obamacare?
Obama faces emboldened conservatives, tax cuts, interest-group concessions, and deficit spending. This budget deal might be a win for Obamacare.
Can Paul Ryan Restore Order to the Budget Process?
While Congress struggles to accomplish its basic budgetary responsibilities, longer-term structural issues are pushed aside. If Boehner couldn’t clean up the process, how can Paul Ryan?