National Debt The National Debt Is Becoming Your Local Problem Federal overspending is squeezing states and cities, forcing them to raise taxes, slash services, or pile on more debt.

Representation is the core of self-government, and it has also become a weapon for party conflict. We are once again at a ...

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Los Angeles County’s voters have demonstrated what a powerful tool these local constitutions are for self-governance. Home ...

Many Michigan localities expect to see harm from the loss of public funding, though few are preparing for cuts according to a ...