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Written by:
Peter Spadafore
Thursday, December 17, 2009 6:41 PM
It looks like we're in for a long night in Lansing as we prepare for negotiations on Race to the Top. Read on for details.
With both sides throwing their hands in the air early this morning, it seemed a deal was unreachable. But in a 2:30 press conference, Speaker Dillon pulled out his cell phone and asked Sen. Kuipers to “come back to the table.”
Key staff members have been sequestered in the governor’s office supposedly “hammering out difference.” I did notice that Speaker Dillon carried into the Capitol an overnight kit, so this could be a long night ahead.
Right now the main points of contention seem to be over cyber schools, charter schools and performance evaluations – allow me to stress that this is all hearsay and speculation. Don and I have been in the Capitol for most of the day, although I did run home to let the dog out and change into more comfortable shoes – ever try standing on marble all day in wing tips??
I brought back my laptop so I’ll try to keep readers posted as more develops in this ever slowing race to the top.
-Peter Spadafore, MASB
7 comment(s) so far...
Re: Dysfunction Junction
Sounds more like a marathon to the top...lol...
By DFUNDERBURG1 on
Thursday, December 17, 2009 7:10 PM
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Re: Dysfunction Junction
As a member of the Mason School Board, please keep us informed. My son, Justin, is a "courier" for the Senate and is there right now working.
By Becky Brimley on
Thursday, December 17, 2009 7:32 PM
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Re: Dysfunction Junction
Thanks Peter for keeping us updated. Say hello to Judy Allen. Hopefully she's wearing sensible shoes.
By Geri Rinschler - OCSBA on
Thursday, December 17, 2009 8:04 PM
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Re: Dysfunction Junction
it would be nice if people really did know what the "key" issues are...
By beth on
Thursday, December 17, 2009 8:45 PM
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It’s been several hours since I last updated you…we’re still in the same place. Nothing has been agreed on yet and at this point it doesn’t look as if we’ll get an agreement any time soon. I’m remaining optimistic that a deal will be reached…but I’m in a good mood because I just ordered Jimmy John’s and it should be here soon.
By pspadafore on
Thursday, December 17, 2009 10:06 PM
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Re: Dysfunction Junction
1.) Thanks Peter....Dont let these guys blow it again.They are making Michigan look like fools.
2.) Jimmy John's .....great stuff!
By John Nugent on
Thursday, December 17, 2009 10:15 PM
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So appreciate your information on how the process works and where it stands.
Hope Jimmy John's lived up to your expectations....
By Laurie on
Friday, December 18, 2009 6:59 AM
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