We just want them to investigate to see whether it is an abuse of taxpayer money.

So the mention of split shifts and/or classes being held in hallways may be construed as intending to threaten 'dire consequences' by not voting for the referendum.

Advocacy is not only a direct appeal to someone to vote in favor or against, but also includes campaigning for the referendum by describing it in positive terms ... or by describing dire consequences if the referendum does not pass.

We have concerns over where the governor thinks she is going to get the money for that.

What opponents of this budget want to do is spend more government money. It's the classic formula for how to build a big government.

Finally, service providers are spending enough money on their networks again. So fundamentals are looking up.