25 Years ago: article from the March 1988 issue of State Legislatures.

• Position: THEN & NOW - Rural economies - Rural schools in America - State legislators - Brief article

THE CHALLENGES AHEAD FOR RURAL AMERICA

"While the crisis may be passing, rural economies around the country are not healthy. States are using a variety of tactics to rejuvenate their small towns and farm communities."

WHAT'S AHEAD FOR RURAL SCHOOLS?

"While rural residents and some education specialists tout the benefits of small schools, the pressure is still on for consolidation."

FROM ROCKING CHAIR TO LEGISLATIVE BATTLE

"Nearly half...