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The American Legislative Exchange Council’s conservative ideas are resonating in practically every area of state government. And its opponents aren’t happy about it.
Massachusetts may be the first state to use social impact bonds, a unique model that started in the U.K. for financing social programs.
Several states increased taxes on the wealthy in recent years. The move brought in extra revenue but didn’t solve all of states’ budget problems.
In the nineteenth century, some states took control of local police forces. Today, St. Louis is the last big city whose force is still under state control.
After Lexington, Ky., earned the award for least active city, residents and the mayor took to the streets to boast their win in a Sedentary Parade.