Stop me if you’ve heard this story before. Far away government decides what’s good for the hinterland. Residents of said hinterland of no real practical recourse since they lack political power. Sound familiar? Read this week’s Carosa Commentary “The Return Of The King: Albany Aims To Take Away Your Home Rule” and you’ll find out who’s playing the part of the new King George.
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