Joe Scott 3: The Body Politic

After the Split: Labor Resurgence?

31 July 2005 |permalink | email article

The House of Labor is now divided. At issue: major implications for 2006 state and national elections, the fate of a special California election this fall and continued solidarity within the powerful Los Angeles County Federation of Labor.

CIA Leak Case: Unraveling Coverup?

28 July 2005 |permalink | email article

The outcome of a federal probe into the leaking of a CIA agent’s identity could linger well past a grand jury term in October, creating a period of uncertainty for President Bush and senior aides - and most important,… read full story

LAX: Scary Runways, Scary Landings

26 July 2005 |permalink | email article

Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa’s two-day trip to Washington confirms that he will be an effective advocate for federal aid to assist transit and security needs in Los Angeles.

He met with key Republican House chairmen, Sen. Dianne Feinstein,… read full story