-- Terrell Brown <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: I think Peter [Bell]is accurate when he is
saying that they don't have any more money, remember that the MN Senate DFL caved to
all of the Republican budget demands last year and virtually everyone lost in that
deal. Had John Hottinger not rolled over we MIGHT not be in this situation.
Peter Schmitz: I agree with much of Terrell's assessment. But he needs to keep in
mind that given the nature of their jobs, bus drivers and mechanics run a higher risk
for health problems and are therefore entitled to the best possible coverage.
As for the state not having any more money, give me a break. Governor Pawlenty's
supporting a billion dollars for two sports stadiums.
Again, the Transit Union is stupid for taking on a fight that they can't possibly win
given the current political climate. But Bell and Pawlenty, if not evil, are doing a
fine impersonation of evil.
---------------------------Peter Schmitz Downtown Saint Paul
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