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109. The Last Word - The City of San Antonio Can’t Hire Everyone
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This week’s Last Word addresses a pressing local decision San Antonio faces amidst national upheaval. With jobs at risk due to political chaos in Washington, city leaders are contemplating hiring displaced federal workers. While the intention is noble, the reality presents tough choices—maintain fiscal discipline or succumb to political theater by expanding the city payroll unsustainably.
Bob analyzes the balance San Antonio must strike: the importance of fiscal restraint during economic uncertainty, the role of the city council in avoiding patronage politics, and the limitations of initiatives like the Ready to Work program in aiding white-collar federal employees.
As San Antonio navigates these turbulent times, the question looms: Can the city provide relief without compromising its financial stability, or will it spiral into impractical solutions?
Tune in for a candid look at governance, economic challenges, and the path forward for San Antonio.
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