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@Adam L

Self-government is a home rule issue, not a representation issue. The two are related, but separate. DC does not have full home rule because it is the National Capital. This is not unique, lots of countries have federal districts where the national government exercises full control over the Capital City. However, all of those countries still have some sort of representation for the citizens of that city in the national legislature.

A lack of complete home rule would be a lot easier pill to swallow if DC had actual (and full) representation in the ultimate authoritative body over the Capital.

by Alex B. on Jun 13, 2011 11:55 am • link • report

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