We at the DC Fiscal Policy Institute agree with Post columnist Colbert I. King that the District’s fiscal health should be the top priority of city leaders, candidates for political office, and voters heading to polls Sept. 14. Where we part with Mr. King is that we believe now is the time to invest in our city and our neighbors to have the most vibrant recovery possible from this devastating recession. Read our response to Mr. King’s take on local budgeting and the fund balance here.
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