CE #6.1

1.Why is replacing Andrew Jackson on the face of the $20 bill? Page A1 "Jackson out..."

Harriet Tubman is replacing Andrew Jackson on the front of the $20 bill. 

2. Whys is a Texas teachers union suing the head of the state education agency? Page B1 "Teacher union sues..."

A Texas teachers union is suing the head of the TEA over a new evaluation system that makes 20% of teachers' scores depend on their students' performance on standardized tests. 

3. How many people have been killed in weather related accidents in Houston since the big floods of this week? Page B1 "Flood-hit Houston..."

Eight flood-related deaths have been reported in Houston.

4. What is the main focus or subject matter of an experiment that Westlake students were approved to send into space this week? Page B2 "Westlake students' winning..."

The students decided to perform research on algae, which was sent aboard the International Space Station. 

5. What are 4 of the 6 ways to change the look of your room according to the article on page SA2 "Make effective decor...."

Change the layout of your room, repaint, change the rugs, or alter lighting.

What is your reaction to this story?

I'm disgusted that these people thought they could neglect this problem that affects so many people's lives. They truly thought the residents of Flint were stupid and could not see that a cover-up was happening, and didn't seem too disturbed by the fact that they were putting people's lives in danger. However I believe there are more people involved at higher levels than just these three. 

Did you know about this issue before reading this story?

I'd heard about this issue a few times, and I knew of a few organizations that were donating water and other aid to Flint residents. 

What should happen to the people who potentially knew that they were poisoning the people of Flint (including a lot of children)?

I feel like they deserve just punishment and they should work to improve the water conditions for their residents. The victims should be compensated and any health issues should be addressed. 

If it expands to the governor or even further, should those people be held accountable the same as the rest of the accused city leaders?

Yes, they should be held just as accountable. This was not a problem that continued by accident, and anyone involved should be held accountable.