AltWeeklies Wire
Bohemian Breaks for New Orleans?new
A set of "cultural economy" tax credits could help the city realize a number of its development goals, from arts and architecture to entertainment and culinary delights.
Gambit |
Jeremy Alford |
06-06-2007 |
Policy Issues
Tags: public policy issues
One Attorney's Fight Against Eminent Domain is Going Right at Lastnew
John C. Murphy's recent successes in Maryland's highest court may change the way Baltimore uses eminent domain.
Baltimore City Paper |
Charles Cohen |
06-05-2007 |
Policy Issues
Rent-a-Cops Paid to Harass Homelessnew
Private security guards are contractually obliged to "wake up all individuals who use [the] sidewalk, and business doorways, as sleeping locations," and to "stop offensive conduct wherever possible."
The Portland Mercury |
Matt Davis |
06-01-2007 |
Policy Issues
Tags: public policy issues
Vermont Sticks to Its Guns on Firearm Freedomsnew
Given the state's respect for privacy rights and the political power of its gun owners, it won't likely enact stricter gun control legislation post-Virginia Tech.
Seven Days |
Kevin J. Kelley |
05-25-2007 |
Policy Issues
Tags: public policy issues
Minority Companies Left Out of the Loop in San Diego?new
The public trough will hold $1.2 billion in capital maintenance and construction anticipated in the city over the next four years; enormous companies are smacking their lips, while small businesses, -- particularly those owned by women and people of color -- stand nervously.
San Diego CityBeat |
Eric Wolff |
05-23-2007 |
Policy Issues
Tags: public policy issues
The Diversity Debatenew
With support from a California group, a Colorado activist hopes to challenge affirmative action on the 2008 ballot.
Boulder Weekly |
Grace Hood |
05-21-2007 |
Policy Issues
Even Lunatics Can Get Firearms in Tennesseenew
The dangerously mentally ill can buy guns in Tennessee in violation of federal law -- no questions asked -- because the state doesn't send their names to the FBI national instant background check system.
Nashville Scene |
Jeff Woods |
05-18-2007 |
Policy Issues
Tags: public policy issues
Stop the Violence ... Laternew
The Kansas City Crime Commission's nonurgent effort to stop bloodshed enters its third year of planning -- meanwhile, the city is up to 31 homicides this year.
The Pitch |
Peter Rugg |
05-15-2007 |
Policy Issues
Tags: public policy issues
Portland is Paying Millions to Get Out of the Porn Businessnew
The Portland Development Commission will demolish a porn palace to upgrade downtown's low-income housing stock, provide shelter for the chronically homeless and sanitize the increasingly swanky "Cultural District" -- but is it a good deal for taxpayers?
Willamette Week |
Nigel Jaquiss |
05-10-2007 |
Policy Issues
Tags: public policy issues
A Virginia Gun Loophole Closednew
In the wake of the Virginia Tech shootings, the Commonwealth clarifies: If you're a danger, no gun for you.
C-Ville Weekly |
Meg McEvoy |
05-09-2007 |
Policy Issues
Tags: public policy issues
Should Public Vehicles Flaunt 'Support Our Troops' Stickers?new
Toronto's fire and emergency services, which have decided to put yellow-ribbon Support Our Troops stickers on every ambulance, emergency service vehicle and fire truck in the city.
NOW Magazine |
Andrew Cash |
05-04-2007 |
Policy Issues
Tags: public policy issues
Critics Question New Mexico's Medicaid Policiesnew
Gov. Bill Richardson has said a top goal is to ensure all New Mexico kids have health insurance -- but activists say a three-year-old program run by the state Human Services Department is undercutting that lofty goal.
Santa Fe Reporter |
David Alire Garcia |
05-03-2007 |
Policy Issues
Tags: public policy issues
Pin the Blame on Accenturenew
In a misguided, poorly executed effort to let the private sector bring "efficiency" to Texas government, the state has squandered at least $100 million, and now officials blame the private consulting company that helped them set it up.
The Texas Observer |
Dave Mann |
04-10-2007 |
Policy Issues
Tags: public policy issues
Respect Your Eldersnew
Yellowstone National Park continues its drive towards allowing high numbers of snowmobilers into the park despite concerns from former employees and conservationists.
Missoula Independent |
John S. Adams |
04-05-2007 |
Policy Issues
Louisiana Speaks ... Anyone Listening?new
A noble effort to collect opinions from a public inundated with recovery issues is finally complete, but the survey offers results we already know -- and the future seems as foggy as ever.
Gambit |
Jeremy Alford |
04-04-2007 |
Policy Issues
Tags: public policy issues
