For Cuomo, state fiscal problems are caused by basic public services used by children, seniors, students and workers, not the corporate welfare subsides and tax cuts on high incomes that both major parties have been lavishing on the 1 % for more three decades now,» stated Hawkins. (thirdpartypolitics.us)
Gov. David Paterson and legislators quietly borrowed state money in 2010 to give to their favorite baseball clubs, veterans halls, museums and even a racetrack casino at the same time they were cutting jobs and support for schools, health care and other basic public services. (syracuse.com)
But SERAP in a statement today by its executive director Adetokunbo Mumuni said, «This latest increase in toll charges at the Lekki - Epe Expressway and Lekki - Ikoyi Link Bridge toll gates is unacceptable, as it conflicts with the goals and commitment of the Lagos State government to provide basic public services to citizens and residents. (nigeriapoliticsonline.com)