AltWeeklies Wire
While the Economy Tanks, Connecticut's Governor Cuts Ribbonsnew
On paper, Jodi Rell has what looks like the greatest job in the state. The governor, who earns $150,000 a year, packs her days full of friendly radio interviews and ceremonial events that take her all over the state to cut a ribbon here or stick a shovel in dirt there.
New Haven Advocate |
Andy Bromage |
12-09-2008 |
Politics
Pat McCrory's Lost His Race for Governor ... What's the Fallout?new
Mayor Pat McCrory didn't lose by a huge margin in Charlotte -- 337 votes cost him Mecklenburg County. But for a man who hasn't lost a race in this city -- ever -- and has counted on support from Democratic voters, it's telling.
Creative Loafing (Charlotte) |
Cheris Hodges |
11-19-2008 |
Politics
Looking for Real Reform in North Carolina's Race for Governornew
Bev Perdue and Pat McCrory both pledge to overhaul state government. Who is better suited for the job?
Gov. Christine Gregoire's Red Scarenew
Why is an incumbent Democratic governor in a dark-blue state having such a tough time in her quest for re-election?
Seattle Weekly |
Aimee Curl |
10-06-2008 |
Politics
