Dc Budget Cuts

D.C.'s Historic Lincoln Theater and the Trickle-Up Effect

Robert Bettmann | Posted 12.13.2011

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Robert Bettmann

The Historic Lincoln Theater on U Street is sparking an important and emotional debate about arts infrastructure in the District of Columbia. The city-owned Lincoln has a looming budget shortfall, and is on the brink of closing.

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As GOP-Style Democrats Slash DC Budget, Activists Ask: Why Is The Plight of Poor Kids, Homeless Largely Ignored?

Art Levine | Posted 07.17.2011

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Art Levine

The ability of local progressive groups to effectively organize will not only determine the outcome of one local budget, but become a symbol of what's needed to get even Democratic cities and states to serve people in need, not just corporations.

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