May 01, 2013
Takeover Fever
Across America, states are taking over cities and school boards. Does it make a difference?
You’re a local government. You have a mostly minority population in an impoverished post-industrial area. You’re in debt by the billions, but paying it off would require taxes that residents can't afford. But wait, you’re in luck! Or maybe you’re out of luck? Either way, get ready: You’re about to get taken over. READ MORE >>
December 14, 2012