| This comes from "In the Public Interest," an organization that reports on outsourcing and privatization, which is usually NOT in the public interest. Donald Cohen writes: As we approach Election Day, a number of governors in tight races are finding that privatizing public services isn't good politics. But it may be good for campaign fundraisers seeking donations from corporations that want government contracts.A new report released by the Center for Media and Democracy highlights the intensive efforts of governors seeking re-election to privatize important public services to private firms. Time after time, outsourcing has gone awry, generating worse outcomes for the public, scandals, lawsuits, and scorching headlines that are impacting the campaigns. The report includes examples from Florida, Kansas, Michigan, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Maine, and Wisconsin. Here are examples from the report |
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