> I'd think, scores going back to what they were when teacher compensation was better, is what the voters might hope to get out of the deal. What is the value

> I'd think, scores going back to what they were when teacher compensation was better, is what the voters might hope to get out of the deal. What is the value proposition in seeing higher scores? It does not appear the population sees value in scores in general. I am not aware of them dumping millions into pinball to see someone reach a high score, for example. Compensation comes from trade. Someone else has to give in order from someone else to get. If you are going to give up something you hold near and dear, you are going to want something in return. How much is one really going to give up to be able to say "Look ma, a larger number!"? Is that worth an extra hour at work? One less vacation to your favourite destination? One less cup of coffee? I struggle to want to give up anything for a number, frankly. I guess I'm just not that enthralled by numbers. The are a useful tool, but just a tool in my mind.