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In Little Rock, It's "King Chamber"new

Mysterious Little Rock Regional Chamber of Commerce “contractors” doing who knows what for who knows how much taxpayers' money are given preference over legitimate city functions and accountable city employees. While protecting an annual $200,000 contribution to the Chamber, the Little Rock Board of Directors has slashed the city budget ruthlessly in other areas.
Arkansas Times  |  Arkansas Times Staff  |  01-07-2010  |  Policy Issues

Petaluma, Calif., Prepares for Gang Invasionnew

Fearful that hundreds of Latino gangsters are about to be driven out of nearby Santa Rosa, Petaluma is considering a sales-tax hike to contain the supposed gang problem.
North Bay Bohemian  |  Peter Byrne  |  08-05-2005  |  Commentary

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