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With Detroit bankrupt, is 'blue model' to blame?

One-party machine politics, high-priced civil service pensions, and racial strife all contributed to Detroit’s bankruptcy filing. Is it a warning signal for the progressive model of governance, or are its problems too unique to extrapolate?
Detroit bankruptcy: Already, clock is ticking to get in and out

The plan calls for Detroit, burdened by $18 billion in debt, to emerge from bankruptcy in 15 months. The timeline is ambitious but realistic, say bankruptcy experts. But some speed bumps have already appeared.
Detroit bankruptcy: Governor authorizes filing, declaring 'no viable alternative' (+video)

The Detroit bankruptcy filing, which follows a decades-long decline in city finances that led to $18 billion in debt, sets the stage for a showdown with 43 public sector unions facing a drastic cut in pensions.
Change Agent Detroit calls on its Do-It-Yourself Department

A growing number of volunteers, some affluent, some just average guys riding their Toros, perform services, such as mowing the parks, that Detroit can no longer afford.