Couple of things

- Ultimately, I think the number of decreased values through assessments is accurate. The problem, it seems, is the national average is so much higher than the localized ones, which can probably be attributed to dramatically lower values in markets like Miami and Phoenix.

- Um, yes, I echo the sentiment of this editorial.

- Doug Bachtel's column wasn't necessarily off-base, just not aware of the actual ongoing activities.

- You know, I think logistically it would be tough, I'd disagree with massive cuts and I believe the state has a responsibility to support public education, but ... I like the thought process behind J.T.'s column.