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| Legislators debate easing charter restrictions |
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By Jon Gillooly
Marietta Daily Journal Staff Writer
ATLANTA - Acworth Republican state Rep. Ed Setzler told Cobb education leaders he wants to ease restrictions on charter schools to spur greater competition with mainstream public schools… State Rep. Alisha Thomas Morgan (D-Austell), who boycotted Tuesday's event because of a lack of diversity among the speakers, said she also supports simplifying the process. mdjonline.com
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Posted by Alisha Morgan at 12:00 AM on Mar-06-2008
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| Isakson's changes to NCLB applauded |
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By Jon Gillooly
Marietta Daily Journal Staff Writer
MARIETTA - As Congress moves to renew the federal No Child Left Behind Act this year, one of the law's original authors is pushing to change some aspects of it that have given Cobb educators heartburn the past few years.
At the state level, state Rep. Alisha Thomas Morgan (D-Austell) brought Cobb teachers and staffers together with Georgia Department of Education staffers in Atlanta Thursday to voice similar concerns about No Child Left Behind.
Ms. Morgan set up the meeting after educators shared with her their frustrations during an Austell forum she held with Cobb principals last month.
"Relationships were formed," Ms. Morgan said. "We are going to see some movement."
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Posted by Alisha Morgan at 12:00 AM on Mar-06-2008
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| GA State Representative feature on PBS special |
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Hon. Alisha T. Morgan was also featured in a PBS Special that focused on the Voter ID law in Georgia and efforts around the country that create barriers for the poor, elderly, people of color and students. Rep. Morgan passionately expressed to viewers why this issue is so important to not only African American Georgians but to all Americans, Rep. Morgan charged that more citizens should be concerned of the perils of this issue and it the effects it has on our democracy.
Watch or listen to the interview with Rep. Morgan.
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Posted by Alisha Morgan at 12:00 AM on Mar-06-2008
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| Morgan nominated for prestigious award |
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Being elected to serve in the GA House of Representatives and making positive change throughout Georgia communities has gained Rep. Morgan national attention from the Mario Savio Memorial Foundation. Rep. Morgan was quite honored to be selected as one of three finalists from a host of young remarkable leaders around the country. It was a great honor to be nominated for an award names after Mario Savio who spent his life advocating freedom of speech.
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Posted by Alisha Morgan at 12:00 AM on Mar-06-2008
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| Tribute to Rev. Dr. Joseph E. Lowery |
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On October 19, 2006 a birthday tribute and roast was held for the tenacious “Dean of the Civil Rights Movement”, Rev. Dr. Joseph E. Lowery at Morehouse College. Hundreds turned out to celebrate Dr. Lowery’s 85th birthday and to honor him for his life and legacy. Our very own Alisha T. Morgan had the privilege to pay homage and tribute to Dr. Lowery among actor Harry Belafonte, comedian Dick Gregory, former governor Roy Barnes, Congresswoman Maxine Waters and City of Atlanta Mayor Shirley Franklin. Rep. Morgan’s tribute was truly one of heart-felt homage and honor. She was quoted and referenced in the Washington Post article released Friday, October 20, 2006. Rep. Morgan’s tribute to Rev. Dr. Joseph E. Lowery was presented by her in a way that only she could. To read the article please click here.
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Posted by Alisha Morgan at 12:00 AM on Mar-06-2008
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| Young Politicians Stepping Forward to Run For Offices |
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FOX News - USA
... It can make politics feel isolating, as Alisha Thomas Morgan — a 28-year-old black woman who's the youngest member of the Georgia General Assembly — has... See full article. |
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Posted by Alisha Morgan at 12:00 AM on Oct-18-2006
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Atlanta Stonewall Democrats
Georgia WIN List
Georgia Conservation Voters
Georgia Chapter of National Association of Social Workers
Georgia Equality
People For the American Way Action Fund
Planned Parenthood Action Fund of Georgia
Sierra Club
Women's Campaign Forum
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