Cities And The Presidential Election

Neal Peirce on what the outcome of the presidential election means for the nation's states and cities.

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October 1, 2004, 2:00 PM PDT

By Abhijeet Chavan @http://twitter.com/legalaidtech

"..look down the list of real fiscal and economic policy choices the federal government faces. Check the Bush platform of permanent tax cuts and channeling wealth and decisions to individuals. Compare it to Kerry's strong preference for collective public investments in health, energy conservation and basic infrastructure. In that light, it's clear this election can spell huge differences for states and local governments and their constituents."

Thanks to Abhijeet Chavan

FULL STORY: Bush Or Kerry: Any Difference For America's States And Cities?

Friday, October 1, 2004 in The Washington Post Writers Group

Government / Politics United States

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