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Local government
The accidental origin of the $15 minimum-wage movement
by
Ben Bergman
Jan 30, 2015
Push to unionize workers in tiny town outside Seattle ignites a national cause.
Where do taxpayer dollars go, anyway?
Apr 12, 2013
When lawmakers decide where our tax dollars should go in a tough economy, how exactly do they prioritize spending our hard-earned cash?
Why local elections matter more to your personal finance
Nov 9, 2012
Elections with national implications get a lot of media attention, but it's the local races that can have a huge impact on the lives of everyday Americans.
The move towards privatization
Jan 13, 2012
As cash-strapped local and state governments look to raise more money, many are moving toward privatizing things that used to be public. Is it a good decision?