The National Defense Education Act of 1958 was passed in response to Sputnik and the fear the United States was falling behind in mathematics and science. It provided $575 million for education and low interest loans for college students.
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... area of 1500.7 km². Of the total population of 26450, 13112 are male, and 13338 are female. The population density of the community is 18 inhabitants per km².
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