Snyder’s Skunky Smell

[marmar]

from the Metro Times:


Snyder’s Skunky Smell
Nauseated by the stench of secrecy

By Curt Guyette
Published: May 1, 2013


THREE YEARS AGO, while stumping on the campaign trail, Rick Snyder made a promise to the people of this state:

“Michigan’s citizens are tired of the divisive political culture in Lansing,” the self-proclaimed “one tough nerd” declared. “Midnight deals, closed-doors meetings, lobbyists and special interest influence have stood in the way of long-term solutions.

“As governor, I will ensure that government is open, fair and accountable to the citizens by making Michigan a national leader in transparency and ethics.”

Has Snyder undergone some profound change, or was he feeding us a line from the start? .................(more)

The complete piece is at: http://metrotimes.com/news/news-hits/snyder-s-skunky-smell-1.1481771

[maddogesq]

1. Have you seen Pepe le Voucher?

It's the new mascott from Progress Michigan. Love it!

[ben_thayer]

2. I had the misfortune to work with David Behen

when he was Deputy administrator for Washtenaw county. He was, IMHO, a shallow, secretive backstabber with (to us AFSCME members) an obvious anti-union agenda. That he is a member of Snyder's administration, and heavily involved in this disgusting episode doesn't surprise me in the least.