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- State Fact Sheet
Election Websites: South Carolina
Being Online Is Still Not Enough provides state-by-state reviews and analysis based on detailed criteria of election websites for all 50 states and the District of Columbia.
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- Stateline Story
No Child Left Behind Waivers Require Big Changes Fast
Many states seeking a waiver from the 10-year-old education law will be required to overhaul their education policies over the next few months in order to meet federal application requirements.more -
November 11, 2011
Water Fluoridation: Frequently Asked Questions
The Pew Children’s Dental Campaign supports water fluoridation because it’s one of the most cost effective strategies for states and communities to improve the oral health of their residents. Although a number of communities in the U.S. have been fluoridating their
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- Infographic
- States' Fiscal Health
How States Estimate Revenue
A number of states have seen tax collections come in below forecasts in recent months as the nation continues to struggle with a weakening economic outlook. more
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- Data Visualizations
- States' Fiscal Health
Harrisburg and a Brief History of Municipal Bankruptcies
Harrisburg, PA, recently filed for bankruptcy, raising fears that other cities and towns may follow suit. Pennsylvania's capital provides an example of the structural problems, political gridlock, and unfortunate events that, over time, can push a city into an extraordinary crisis. more
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- Video
- Election Initiatives
Introducing the Voting Information Project
The Voting Information Project is an innovative and proven service that uses the latest technology to provide voters with the information they need to cast a ballot. more
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- Stateline Story
States Retool Food Stamp, Benefits Systems
A number of states used to make food stamp recipients pass a fingerprint test. Now all but one has stopped, to save on staff time and ease the burden on the clients.more -
- Stateline Story
Infographic: Southern Strength
Republican dominance in the South started with presidential elections and only later came to statehouses. more
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- Stateline Story
New Policy Means It's Always 'a Great Day in South Carolina'
TODAY'S TAKE: To improve her state's image, South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley is asking state workers to answer their phones by saying, "It's a great day in South Carolina. How can I help you?" It's not the first time a governor has intervened in state workers' etiquette.more -
- Stateline Story
South Carolina Governor Faces Scrutiny Over Trips
TODAY'S TAKE: South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley, a Tea Party-backed conservative who has urged fiscal restraint, is fending off criticism over expensive trips she has recently taken, including a taxpayer-funded economic development journey to Paris and Munich.more
