Stimulus Funds Can't Rescue California Now
The $4 billion in state fiscal stabilization fund money headed to California is barely going to make a dent in the state's budget mess after voters rejected a package of amendments earlier this week that would have capped state spending and freed up more money for schools.

The state is now facing a $21 billion budget deficit.

The result for K-12 education? Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger said schools may have to close seven days early this year, and tens of thousands of teachers will be laid off. And if you think it's easy to avoid such draconian cuts, then play this "budget challenge" game from a California nonprofit.

How would YOU balance the budget? Click on the link below to play the "game." You have the option of sending your results and comment to California politicians!

http://www.nextten.org/budgettool/site/ ... check.html