Georgia lawmakers are unhappy with what they see as a negative emphasis in the revised Advanced Placement U.S. History course. In a resolution, they threaten to find an alternative if the College Board doesn’t comply with their demand for a more positive approach. I write about their efforts, and readers share their views of legislators intervening in AP courses. In a guest a column, a local college professor wonders about the President Barack Obama’s proposal to help more students attend community college. Short on funds, community colleges are relying increasingly on part-time instructors who could also use some help, according to the professor.

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Helen Gilbert places flowers on her brother Eurie Martin’s grave at Camp Spring Baptist Church in Sandersville. Her brother died eight years ago. Three former Washington County deputies are accused of causing his death and are set to stand trial Monday. (Miguel Martinez/AJC)

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