Off The Beat: Separation of Powers
Memo to Hawaii Gov. Neil Abercrombie: It’s called the legislative branch for a reason.
In a handout for reporters announcing his budget for the state Monday, Abercrombie writes: “We cannot tolerate unnecessary delay or drama for the sake of advancing personal agendas or because we lack enough civic courage.”
“Tolerate”?
Does the governor really have a choice? He’s the head of the executive branch, not the legislative branch.
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