Tag Archives: parcel tax

It’s Our Turn, Alright — The People’s Turn

Posted on July 13, 2010 by

“It’s our turn!” — So the mayor tweeted enthusiastically Sunday after Spain won the World Cup. “Let’s bring WC 2018 to LA! We’ve showed we’re a great international city that will embrace the games. It’s our turn!” Nothing could better … Continue reading →

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Gamblers and Thieves: The City Council and the Library Tax

Posted on June 29, 2010 by

Like every loser at every gaming table in the world, the City Council just can’t stop placing bets against the odds no matter how much they have lost, no matter how little they have left in the bank. On Tuesday, … Continue reading →

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LAUSD, Parcel Tax, Truancy Scams — Don’t Reward Failure

Posted on May 19, 2010 by

This School Tax Is A Bargain For just $8.33 per household a month, voters could save hundreds of L.A. Unified teachers’ jobs and help preserve arts education in elementary schools. Those are the headlines over the LA Times highly-paid columnist … Continue reading →

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