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Rookie Governors: Who's Doing Very Well?
Posted By: Louis Jacobson | February 10, 2012
It's been a year since the governors of the class of 2010 began their tenures. In their first year of office, three Republicans and three Democrats are doing very well.
Categories: Governors
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Maryland Governor O'Malley Takes a Risk on Gas Tax
Posted By: Stateline | February 10, 2012
The governor’s proposal would tie the state’s gas tax rate to the price of the product, rather than the amount a consumer buys. Motorists would likely pay more over time.
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Iowa Redistricting Makes For Interesting Side Step
Posted By: | February 10, 2012
When redistricting throws two state lawmakers from the same party into the same district, it’s not unusual to see one of them retire. But something really different is happening in Iowa – two lawmakers are stepping aside for a colleague from the other party.
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State Lawmakers Emerge For Gifford’s Arizona Seat
Posted By: Elaine S. Povich | February 7, 2012
Emotion over Gabby Giffords aside, Republicans see a good chance to restore her seat to the GOP. The first declared candidates have emerged from the ranks of the state legislature.
Categories: National Politics , Parties & Interest Groups

In Oil-Rich Alaska, Will the Good Times Last?
Posted By: Stateline | January 31, 2012
High oil prices are a boon for Alaska, whose credit rating recently went up to the coveted triple-A level. But waning oil production, unpredictable prices and looming pension costs remain challenges.
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Dems Governors’ Gathering Gets Big Bucks Selling Prime Spot Next to Gov. Cuomo
Posted By: ProPublica | January 27, 2012
The price for seats on a closed-door panel with New York Gov. — and noted campaign finance reformer — Andrew Cuomo? $50,000.
Categories: Politics

State Special Education Rates Vary Widely
Posted By: Stateline | January 24, 2012
States differ widely in how many students they designate for special education. Those differences could have a financial impact in the face of possible cuts to federal aid.
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Previewing the 2012 Governors' Races
Posted By: Louis Jacobson | January 18, 2012
Just two months after the 2011 gubernatorial contests, things are starting to shape up for 2012's candidates.
Categories: Politics , Governors , Parties & Interest Groups , Political Map , State Offices
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Water Rights Shift in Fla. Could Foreshadow Debates to Come
Posted By: Stateline | January 18, 2012
Who owns recycled water? As states get more creative with scarce water resources, that debate could be among the first of many across the United States.
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Ala. Governor's Education Plan Draws Controversy
Posted By: Stateline | January 17, 2012
Gov. Robert Bentley wants to shore up the state budget by moving money from an education fund to general revenue accounts. Both parties wonder whether that's such a good idea.
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