PSA Must Stand For Partisan Self-serving Announcement

Given that Education Minister Kathleen Wynne is bracing for the fight of her political life in Don Valley West, where she faces a challenge from Progressive Conservative Leader John Tory in the Oct. 4, 2007 provincial election, perhaps she cannot be blamed for issuing the following press release:

Education Minister Kathleen Wynne Issues PSA

	    Holiday Season A Great Time To Read With Kids

	    QUEEN'S PARK, Dec. 19 /CNW/ - Education Minister Kathleen Wynne is
encouraging parents to spend time reading with their kids during the holiday
season.
	    Radio stations across Ontario are requested to air the following public
service announcement:

	
	        This holiday season, spend some time sharing the joy of
	        reading with your kids.

	        Reading with your children is one of the best things a
	        parent can do to help them succeed.

	        Education Minister Kathleen Wynne wishes you happy holidays
	        and reminds everyone that children who learn to read for
	        fun in the early years are much better prepared for school
	        and life-long learning.


	    Ministry staff are available for interviews on the value of reading to
children.

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