Rising Governors: Making Tough Choices and Headlines

Updated: February 23, 2011 | 12:35 p.m.
February 23, 2011 | 12:42 p.m.

Governors who face steep budget shortfalls, testy lawmakers, and raging union leaders are gaining more attention this week thanks to the showdown in Wisconsin involving Gov. Scott Walker. Avoiding that “this is going to hurt” face and making tough calls has brought both praise and protest. We take a look at those whose difficult choices have cast them in the spotlight, for better or for worse.


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