Monthly Archives: May 2011

Join the Fun: Antonio’s Town Hall on “Fixing a Broken City”

Posted on May 10, 2011 by

You got to hand it to Antonio, he’s got a great sense or humor, irony at least, to agree to participate in the Daily News’ Town Hall meeting Monday May 23 with the topic “Fixing a Broken City.” Who better … Continue reading →

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Trutanich Sues LA’s Worst Slumlord — Deutsche Bank — for Hundreds of Millions

Posted on May 4, 2011 by

Concluding a long investigation, City Attorney Carmen Trutanich announced today he has sued Deutsche Bank for allowing hundreds of foreclosed properties to fall into serious disrepair even as it worked to illegally evict of hundreds of low-income tenants. The bank’s … Continue reading →

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The High Price of Law and Disorder at City Hall

Posted on May 4, 2011 by

The LA Times today raises questions — finally — about whether massive subsidies and tax rebates for luxury hotels makes any dollars and sense for a city that has so much trouble paying its bills. Toting up the long-term cost … Continue reading →

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City Hall’s Propaganda Machine: How It Squelches the Public Debate

Posted on May 3, 2011 by

As worrisome as the cuts in basic services and the city’s deteriorating financial situation are, something even more troubling is going on inside City Hall that has far more sinister implications. You hear it from retired Latham Watkins operative Barry … Continue reading →

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Zev Breaks Silence: Confession of Worst Mistake Fuels Questions on NFL-Convention Center Deal

Posted on May 1, 2011 by

. If the deal to tear down and rebuild the white elephant LA Convention Center and build an NFL football stadium to increase the wealth of billionaire Phil Anschutz and other fat cats, the economic benefits to the taxpayers and … Continue reading →

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