EDITORIAL: BESE needs resolve on diploma
The little game of cat and mouse being played out between members of the state Board of Elementary and Secondary Education and lawmakers over the state’s new career diploma is morphing into a game of high-stakes poker with the future of Louisiana students on the line.
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Poker argot:
- SMALL BLIND - In games with two blinds the first blind is the SMALL BLIND because it is usually one-half (or less) the second or large blind.
- WHEEL - A-2-3-4-5. Usually discussed in the context of lowball where it is the best possible hand. Can also refer to a 5-high straight in high games. Also: BICYCLE.
- ON THE COME - A situation where the player does not have a complete hand but hopes to make one if the right cards come up.
- EDGE - An advantage over an opponent, either specific or subjective.
- BOAT - A FULL HOUSE, three of a kind and a pair.
- POCKET PAIR - Generic Hold'em term for 2 hole cards of the same rank.
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