Super Spin

Dr. Dixon tried hard to be cheerful about the recent operations levy referendum. Dr. Dixon told the Budgeteer:

“I’m excited,” said Dixon. “To me, it sends a message. We know this community cares deeply about education. All the precincts and townships passed No. 1 by a significant margin. And I was pleased with the results for No. 2 (53.35 percent voted no, while 46.65 voted yes).”

Of course, he admitted, with only the first question passing, the district is looking at a likely deficit of $3.3 million in the next school year.

Just how disappointed the School Board was at the “likely deficit of $3.3 million” was better expressed by Board Chair Nancy Nilsen in a public post to the Progressive Action Website:

“I can’t tell you how disappointed I was in the results as were many many many of us. I should have e-mailed you or called you this morning to let you know I have many of your signs. As I was out picking up signs for Roger and the Yes Yes Yes levy, . . .”

About the author

Harry is a ferociously good natured eccentric in Duluth Minnesota who detests traitors dressed up as Uncle Sam. You can find somewhat better edited writings of his at the Duluth Reader "contributors." page. The URL is:

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