DIY CIA

by | Jan 26, 2011 | Ten Gallon Liberal

It’s hard to say what’s the most terrifying thing about this NYT story on a private contractor sort of mini-CIA. Could be that it stands to foul up more-official efforts in foreign policy. Could be that private contractors shouldn’t be paid to do...

Economic Development, or Corporate Welfare?

by | Jan 26, 2011 | On Springfield

The Reminder and the Springfield Intruder both report this week on a controversy brewing over a proposed tax-incentive deal for Smith & Wesson. Last week, the City Council was due to vote on the deal, which would save the gun manufacturer $600,000 in property...