Elected Leaders or Corporate Puppets? The Data Center Debacle
While always the case in development decisions, the ongoing hyperscale data center drama highlights the fact that city officials are more beholden to big business than voters.
Tagged: politics
Readers Ask: What’s up with the Aldermanic “Glamour Shots”?
Readers have asked about photos featured on the Board of Aldermen’s social media. We took these questions to the President’s office.
Antisemitism is Not on the Ballot – But Genocide is
Benjamin Singer’s Show Me Integrity non-profit is reprising its questionable role in the upcoming congressional primary between Wesley Bell and Cori Bush.
Mitten’s Finance Reports Show Support, Weakness in City
Mitten trails Butz’s fundraising in the competitive Democratic primary to replace State Senator Karla May. The election takes place on Tuesday, August 4th.
The People are the Skyline
Outgoing Recorder of Deeds Michael Butler gives his thoughts on revitalizing St. Louis by investing in its people.
Board of Education’s Harvey Loses Latest Round in Court
Dr. Robert Harvey loses his motion to dismiss the case brought by former Board of Education member Ben Conover.
City’s Tornado Rebuilding Efforts Deserving of Northsider Scorn
The city’s slow tornado recovery, with only 24 homes repaired, is raising doubts about the priorities and effectiveness of the Spencer administration’s response efforts.
Ald. Keys Loses Appeal, Aldermen Continue Ignoring City Charter
Four years after their passage, Ald. Keys loses the latest court challenge to updated conflict of interest rules for the Board of Aldermen.
From Dogtown to Downtown, St. Louisans Make Their Voices Heard
Richard Reilly captures another week in St. Louis activism with his photographs.
Despite Spencer Admin Promise, “Sunshined” Documents Have Remained Hidden
After failing to follow through with a promise to make requested documents publicly available, the Spencer administration again promises to undo changes to the “Sunshine Portal”.
