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Kilgour, David – Canadian Social Studies, 1991
Reports findings of a survey suggesting that Edmonton, Alberta residents favor a referendum before any changes are made in Canada's constitution. Explains changes proposed by Prime Minister Brian Mulroney. Examines plans for House of Commons reform, aboriginal self-government, economic union for Canada, worker training, immigration, and other…
Descriptors: Attitude Measures, Constitutional Law, Federal Government, Governmental Structure
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Compton, Christy – Volta Review, 1993
Research is presented that suggests three possible factors that hinder the career mobility of deaf federal employees: communication problems, lack of comparable education, and unawareness of appropriate behavior. Practical steps that employees may take to improve their situation are outlined. (Author/JDD)
Descriptors: Adults, Career Development, Deafness, Employees
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Freides, Thelma – College and Research Libraries, 1986
Examines three key federal information issues from an economic perspective: what information the government should make available to the public; whether government information should be disseminated via governmental or private means; and whether costs of transmission should be borne by the public at large or by the information user. (CDD)
Descriptors: Access to Information, Cost Effectiveness, Costs, Depository Libraries
Twohig, Dorothy, Ed.; And Others – Humanities, 1993
Examines the views of six former U.S. Presidents (Washington, Jefferson, Jackson, Andrew Johnson, Grant, and Eisenhower) about their presidential role, federalism, and issues of their time that are still relevant today. Includes a paragraph for each President that provides a social and historical context. (CFR)
Descriptors: Civics, Elementary Secondary Education, Federal Government, Higher Education