[kublia khan]

Most corporations lay off and hire with some regularity. Some do so on a seasonal basis. Why is it remarkable when a government entity lays off, because government is self sustaining it never shrinks it always grows unless outside forces are brought to bear (read revolution) even those who promise smaller government usually fail to deliver. The contract with America in '94 would be one example of promises not delivered.

[cajungirl]

well, wouldn't you say it is remarkable that a city is mostly destroyed? I mean, govt doesn't shrink but when a city is sort of closed down, what choice is there. There is no money coming in. NO is bankrupt for all practical purposes.