Worst-Case Scenario: Amendmentos -- a spoonful of sugar makes the ballot issues go down

Click here or on the cartoon thumbnail to see a larger image; it'll take a few seconds. Editor's note: In addition to the return of Hip Tip, Kenny Be's Worst Case Scenario will also appear regularly in The Latest Word. Here's the first installment. As Mary Poppins cheerfully intoned, "For...

By Michael Roberts

October 2, 2008

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Editor's note: In addition to the return of Hip Tip, Kenny Be's Worst Case Scenario will also appear regularly in The Latest Word. Here's the first installment.

As Mary Poppins cheerfully intoned, "For every job that must be done, there is an element of fun!" This year's election is no different. Although the ballot is loaded with seemingly endless and complex referendums and amendments, each is more easily understood when compared to candy. Amendmentos, like the candy Mentos, are the chewy (political) issues with the smooth, sugar-coated shell. As candy, Referendums L,M, N and Amendments 46, 48 and 51 are very clear to see. In a most delightful way... -- Kenny Be

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Michael Roberts began his career with Westword in 1990 as music editor. In 1999, he took on a new role, full-time media reporter, as author of a column called The Message. In 2008, he became the lead writer for Westword's news blog, The Latest Word, a position he held until January 2023. Michael continues to freelance for Westword, covering everything from business to sports and the media; he also contributes to Jazziz, a national music magazine. He holds a bachelor's degree from what is now Colorado Mesa University and master's degrees from the University of California, Los Angeles, and Northwestern University.

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