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Charter Schools

By Laura Knoy on Thursday, February 27, 2003.

A new bill in the legislature would let the state create these alternative public schools without local approval. We’ll talk with the sponsor of the bill, State Representative John Hunt and House Democratic Leader Representative Peter Burling. www.state.nh.us.

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Change Planned For Small Group Health Insurance

By David Darman on Thursday, February 27, 2003.

A bill before the New Hampshire Senate would change the rules that govern health insurance for small businesses.

Proponents say it will hold the line on premiums, and bring in additional insurers.

But opponents argue the bill will benefit only the healthiest individuals.

NHPR’s David Darman has more.

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The Orderly Artist

By John Walters on Thursday, February 27, 2003.

Craig Stockwell is an abstract artist. But don't let the title fool you. Despite the image you may have of the disheveled artist, Craig works within a great framework of structure-from his 9-5 studio hours to the rules he sets before creating each piece. He joins John to talk about how this sense of structure helps him explore deep emotional issues.

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Local Votes Planned on Health Care Access

By Mark Bevis on Thursday, February 27, 2003.

During town meetings next month, residents of some 150 towns will be able to demand action on health care.

The Group New Hampshire for Health Care has organized a campaign to get the issue on local warrant articles.

Matt Burgess is the group's spokesperson.

He tells NHPR's Mark Bevis that thousands of people across the state have signed on to pass the non-binding resolution.

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Anti-War Demonstrations at UNH

By Roger Wood on Thursday, February 27, 2003.

Hundreds of University of New Hampshire students and faculty demonstrated today against a possible U.S. war with Iraq.

Correspondent Roger Wood reports.

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