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Wednesday, March 16, 2011

It's All Politics

Recalled Miami-Dade Mayor Alvarez Gave Critics Plenty Of Fuel

Miami-Dade Mayor Carlos Alvarez.

March 16, 2011 The Miami recall was a reminder in the current climate, it's not business as usual for politicians. Alvarez, who came into office as a reformer, gave his critics plenty of ammunition to end his tenure as mayor.

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Monday, March 14, 2011

It's All Politics

Miami Poised To Oust Mayor Carlos Alvarez Over Tax Hikes

Miami-Dade Mayor Carlos Alvarez at a ground breaking ceremony, Feb. 8, 2011.

March 14, 2011 The Miami mayor's sin was that he raised property taxes when many in the financially hurting city were themselves feeling economic pan. He also ran afoul of a billionaire car dealer.

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