Riley Working from Sundquist's Playbook

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Now that his tax plan was crushed by Alabama voters, Bob Riley is busy following the footsteps of Mr. Sundquist here in Tennessee: axing programs with an eye for most impact on Alabama voters. What else can he do? Scholarships for needy individuals - gone. Matching federal funds for those scholarships - lost. The Alabama Technology Network, a cooperative program between UA and Auburn that provided streamlining advice for Alabama businesses - down for the count. Adult Education programs - losing a leg.

As Kristopher from TWAY says:

The legislators have to face up to their responsibility and be honest with the people. You asked for less government and now you are getting it.

Birmingham News