July 18, 2006 -
Here's an interesting article in USA Today that reminds us there are still lingering problems all along the Gulf Coast. In two days, Katrina caused more damage to the Louisiana coastal wetlands than would occur in 20 years of natural erosion.
July 18, 2006 -
This article in the Birmingham Business Journal says that bankruptcy rates in some Southern states are among the highest in the nation:
July 17, 2006 -
I'm back from a mostly-restful vacation. Many thanks to R. Neal for covering last week, including his excellent exclusive interview with former N.C. Sen. John Edwards about fighting poverty in America.
July 17, 2006 -
Part of the "culture of corruption" is the undue influence of big money in politics. Despite fits and starts of reform, special interest money dominates the political system -- and it's those with the biggest wallets that benefit.
July 14, 2006 -
A Facing South Exclusive
July 13, 2006 -
It's official!
July 13, 2006 -
See if you can get your head around this. I can't.