Candidate’s Message

America is losing its way. Our economy is fragile. The gap between rich and poor is widening. The middle class is being squeezed out, as good jobs are exported by the thousands. Illegal immigration is polarizing the country. Education is suffering. Health care costs are soaring, while millions remain uninsured, many of them children. All the while, the federal debt has grown to astronomical heights. In short, the symptoms of Bush-Bonner's politics of failure are all around us. And there's no end to it.

Moreover, our standing in the world has been diminished. We are at war on two fronts with no end in sight, as the President doggedly pursues go-it-alone policies that have cost us the respect and cooperation of much of the world. Even our steadfast allies have grown leery of America's judgment and global leadership. Meanwhile, here at home, our civil rights are being abused increasingly in the name of homeland security.

The politics of Bush-Bonner ideology put us in this fix, and partisanship - left and right - threatens to keep us there. We need change! With your vote, we can start by replacing Jo Bonner's "my President, right or wrong" brand of politics with Congressional representation that reflects the interests of all the people of the First District not just the special interests of Bush-Bonner.

My intent is to be a bridge between the ideological extremes that get in the way of the people's business. With Ben Lodmell, you get what you see - a lifelong Democrat and a pragmatist with a social conscience and a commitment to fiscal responsibility. My priorities are the people's priorities -

  • Fiscal restraint;
  • Affordable healthcare;
  • Improved education;
  • Energy independence;
  • A stronger middle class,;
  • More and better jobs;
  • An improvement in America's standing in the world.

So, when it comes time for your to vote, ask yourself if you are better off with Jo Bonner in Congress. Then cast your vote for Ben Lodmell - and vote for change.

Recognizing the artistic talents of special children in early childhood education

Preschool education for special children is very common today. Many parents of special children who enroll their children to these classes for several reasons. One is that these experts know how to teach children, even with this condition. But beyond that, we also asked these teachers to teach their children because they are fully aware of the disabilities of their children - early childhood special education certificate.

One of the things these experts believe that children have their own special abilities, irrespective of their disability. For example, autism can cause children not to be sociable, but an expert in early childhood education known to have specific skills that can not be found among the other children. One of them is their exceptional talent when it comes to the arts.

People might think that children with disabilities, including psychological disorders are not functional. However, many of these children show that they are high functioning people because of their talents. Many of these children focus on art as a form of expression. They produce the types of unique artwork and details not found in the works of others.

Several of these children show a remarkable talent when it comes to music. Early childhood education teachers to immediately see if a child has a talent in music, regardless of psychological disability. Their talents vary depending on how you can produce your music. Some children are good at composing music for his young age, while others may immediately play a certain song, even if I only heard for the first time. Undoubtedly, teachers recognize these talents and make a suggestion to parents to improve.

While others are good at music, some of these children are better when it comes to the visual arts. As mentioned earlier, art is a way for children to express themselves especially since you can not make social interaction. Preschool helps children form their talent when it comes to visual arts, asking them to draw. This continues for what will be able to practice their skills and make good artists in the future. At this point, experts see that the child is sensitive to the arts and can bring a work of art in life as opposed to what others do.

Several students also are talented when it comes to writing or calligraphy. It is seen in children from families that value calligraphy in his writing is seen to be very deep and emotional, despite their disability. Parents who notice with the help of early childhood education teachers will train your children for their future. Many of these children join the competitions and they are gaining the maximum prices at their handwriting are well written. Experts ask them to keep practicing this, while parents can enroll in schools of calligraphy.

In general, a disabled child may be talented in the arts. The good news is that these experts can help parents know their children's innate talent to make sure that I will train in the long term and even succeed in this field.