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Urban officials blame states for neglecting city needs
Mayors from New York to Boston and Detroit say state legislatures block funding and authority for urban programs. They cite limited taxing power, reliance on federal aid, and stalled revenue sharing amid housing, transportation, and education strains. A nationwide AP survey highlights tense urban-state relations as cities seek funding autonomy.
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Atlanta
Georgia
New York City
Abraham Beame
Albany
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Ford Administration
Detroit
Coleman Young
Michigan
Associated Press