Democracy in America
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Democracy in America
This Week in Bans: No Pets for You in Huntington Beach
Also, the Netherlands bans tourists from purchasing marijuana (yes, really), and one Indianapolis contractor gets a visit from Johnny Law.
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Democracy in America
California Mayor Loses His Mute Button
Carson's public hearings will no longer be subject to sudden silence.
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Democracy in America
Rita Crundwell: America's New Queen of Municipal Embezzlement
According to feds, the former Dixon, Illinois, comptroller spent much of the $53 million she's accused of stealing on horses with names like "Packin' Jewels" and "Have Faith in Money."
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Democracy in America
Yes, There's an 'Urban Planning for Dummies' Book
And its author makes the case for why our cities need more dummies getting involved.
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Democracy in America
This Week in Bans: Michigan Town Terrorized by 'Monster' Graffiti
Also, a girl can't wear the Confederate flag to prom in Tennessee; the British can't even support their own Olympics; Yertle the Turtle is banned in Canada.
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Democracy in America
This Week In Bans: Alabama Chokes on 'Dirty Bastard' Beer
Also outlawed around the world: "gay cure" ads in London, discrimination on the basis of sexuality in Indiana, South Carolina yarn bombing.
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Democracy in America
Rita Crundwell vs. Harriette Walters: Who Embezzled Better?
Walters stole nearly $50 million from the District of Columbia, but Crundwell allegedly ganked more than half that amount in a town with a budget of only $8 million.
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Democracy in America
Texas City's Police Force on High Alert for Nude Cleaning Women
Cops have vowed to keep a very close eye on the Lubbock Fantasy Maid Service, which provides topless women to dust, mop and mix drinks.
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Democracy in America
Cory Booker, Super Mayor: The Quiz
Can you tell which of these "facts" are true about Newark's firefighting, robber-tackling, erotic fiction-inspiring mayor?
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Democracy in America
This Week in Bans: Baltimore Orioles Ban Naked Batman 'For Life'
Also, a Florida town outlaws nightclubs and a skating rink that could possibly be used for illicit dancing, and more.
