Nolan Finley points out merely one way in which progressive controlled government fails its citizens.  In light of "Facebook" Mark Zuckerberg's recent donation to New Jersey schools, Finley reminds us that the hotbed of self destruction in Michigan had its chance as well..

"Thompson must be scratching his head. While Zuckerberg's generosity put him on top of Oprah's Great Guys list, Thompson's attempt to give twice as much money to Detroit's schoolchildren got him a kick in the butt.

And while Zuckerberg's gift amounts to roughly 10 percent of his personal wealth, Thompson was all in; the $200 million he offered Detroit was nearly his entire fortune."

Bob Thompson, who was willing to give back to a state which had given him so much was denied that opportunity.  Kilpatrick, and Her Mudgesty Jennifer Granholm along with the blessing of the MEA, pretty much put the whole plan in the dumper.