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Alan Greenblatt

Editor

Alan Greenblatt — Editor. He is the coauthor of a standard textbook on state and local governments. He previously worked as a reporter for NPR and CQ and has written about politics and culture for many other outlets, print and online. He can be found on Twitter at @AlanGreenblatt.

Voters will weigh in on marijuana, pre-K and taxes next month.
Tulsa, Okla., a conservative oil town, serves as an example of how places can overcome politics to prevent damage and save lives.
Ed Murray’s resignation represents a trend: Unlike most big cities, mayors there tend to last one term -- or less.
It's an issue that's playing out right now in St. Louis County.
Ken Paxton is the state’s latest official to seemingly survive a political scandal.
Most states have outdated laws. In New Hampshire, a rule about which businesses can use red, white and blue paint has spurred a backlash against such red tape.
Art Martinez de Vara created the first "defensive city." Today, there are a string of them.
Things are looking up right now in the city. Well, at least part of it. That inequality will impact the city’s upcoming election and be the biggest issue facing its next leader.
Stricter rules and penalties for protesting are being considered in nearly half the states.
Past rulings have "made politicians think there are no boundaries around what they can do." A Wisconsin case may lead to some limits.