I'm guessing the speeding metaphor in this cartoon from Gary Varvel of the Indianapolis Star (click through for Pelosi's quote) is not intended to critique spending stimulus dollars on highway expansion. But if you stick House Appropriations Chair David Obey in the driver's seat, it makes for a rather pointed comment on the reckless approach to transportation policy exhibited by some Congressional leaders.
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She can't back out this time — though there still are some court hurdles to leap.
There was only one story yesterday: The embattled mayor succeeded in passing what might become the signature initiative of his one term. But there was other news, too.
The City Council took a crucial step towards passing City of Yes, but it also let low density areas opt out of much of the plan.
Spoiler: Nothing good!
If the Sanitation Commissioner wants to use her new position to make city streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists, here's where she can start.
