Look at the picture heading this article. Using kids to market a tax plan where the money can be used as the legislature sees fit. Hey Ms Illig, a photo or my 6th grade class, in 1956, shows 36 students and ONE teacher. And that teacher made a few hundred bucks a month without health or other benefits. And if we didn't learn our lessons we were held back until we passed. The reason why Oregon public schools rank near the bottom is because the system passes kids who are NOT prepared for the next class. Where's the logic in that? Those who administer to the educational system are more interested in UNION amenities than educating the children. No to M97. It has little to do with public education and senior assistance programs. It has a lot to do with giving a blank check to UNION controlled legislature to do as they please for both their financial benefit.