In the article author is basically talking about the national economy recession and how is touches educational sphere in the US. The author is concerned with the situation and believes that the outcomes can be very negative for the children and young students. He points out that even though gargantuan federal stimulus packages are offered and are supposed to ease lives of several states, the problem is big and requires complex solving system. Author is writing about the layoffs of teachers, budget cut downs in the educational sector and emphasizes that in the competitive global economy it is essential not to limit children but offer them benefits. He also emphasizes that people have uncertain opinions about the federal stimulus packages.

I think that the author makes a clear point and I agree with him that in the light of the decrease of economy, it is essential to find ways to solve situation with the public schools, libraries but it should not influence people, namely students and children. Government must take all possible measures to develop a plan that will best suit the conditions that every states is facing. It is also obvious that some cuts are necessary and maybe the idea of combining more students in one class or cutting down the number of school days, can be necessary as a tool to decrease the budgets annually spent for education. But I agree with the author that children are the future of the country and they should not be experiencing difficulties or being limited in any way.

What worries me for instance is the way the federal stimulus package will be divided between the states. Federal help is planned to reduce layoffs dramatically but it depends on the number of issues, for instance, how much freedom a school district or governor will have in determining how to use the funds given. This is something that worries people and brings negative reaction. It is difficult at the moment to have a one certain opinion about the federal stimulus packages but it can become a certain “fiscal stabilization” for schools and lots of people have hopes towards it. I believe that the funds provided will bring a positive impetus on the situation. All the jobs might not be saved and some people may still lose their current positions. But I think that in the case of those whose jobs will be possible to save, it is worth a try. Plus it’s known that the federal package is not only aimed at saving jobs but also at modernizing the schools. Sometimes novelties bring doubt but in the current conditions fast and active measures must be taken. But it is important to remember that the changes are done for the good of the country and especially its children who can end up suffering the most from the situation.

Having read the article I must mention that I agree on the measures that should be taken in order to cut down expenses in educational sphere. For instance in the example of state California it is vital that changes are necessary because some poor districts are facing strong difficulties. But means of cutting down budgets as suggested by Mr. Schwarzenegger it will be possible to save teacher’s layoffs and thus leave numerous jobs in place. In many states situation is similar but it’s important to carefully study each state to be able to provide a better help plan. Federal stimulus package is aimed to offer substantial help to schools and institutions. It is important that the changes and benefit programs do not influence the educational process itself but do adapt and provide guidance.

I think that now it is important to understand that in the changing economic situation and the influences it has on any sphere, we must be united and move firmly towards future. It must be understood that in order to save many, some might undergo layoffs and there is no possible way to save each and every job. I am sure that by cutting down on some parts, government will make up or provide benefits in other areas, for instance, in health-care sphere. Also it must be clearly stated how the people will be laid off and who is at most risk. Also is essential to use a careful separate pattern in analyzing which school must be closed and why. By clearly stating these issues it will be easier to explain people and will make less mess.