OPINION: History, intent and 4 vital words: Why judge backs school vouchers

Tracy Warner, Editorial Page Editor, (Fort Wayne) Journal Gazette

Sunday, August 21, 2011 2:10 PM

Marion County Superior Court Judge Michael Keele offers some intriguing lessons on Indiana history in his 14-page decision that, at least for now, upholds Indiana’s new school voucher law.

More important, his decision could well form the basis of an ultimate Indiana Supreme Court ruling.

Along the way, he explains why a simple four-word phrase in the state constitution – “for the benefit of” – is of vital importance.

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