Daily Archives: November 10, 2003

More state secrets

From the continuing story of Things Rick Perry Doesn’t Want You To Know: Gov. Rick Perry’s office has filed a lawsuit seeking to keep secret the financial incentives offered to Boeing Co. to build a plant in Texas. The lawsuit … Continue reading Continue reading

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Enough of “get tough”

Seems we’ve finally found the cure for “git tuff on crime” syndrome: Massive state budget shortfalls. Fourteen years ago, Maryland opened its ultramodern Supermax prison, a high-tech fortress to hold the “worst of the worst.” In contrast, a few blocks … Continue reading Continue reading

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Gabriel Vasquez

John Williams speculates about the future of soon-to-be-former City Council member Gabriel Vasquez, who surprised many people (including at least one of his opponents) by jumping into the City Controller race at the last second. I confess, I liked Vasquez … Continue reading Continue reading

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