JEFFERSON CITY — Gov. Jay Nixon picked two allies for spots on key state commissions, but state senators went home without signing off on either. So the governor appointed them to different jobs, which could lead to a dispute when the Senate returns next year.
ANALYSIS: Politicians weigh in on controversial Nixon appointments
Tuesday, July 28, 2009 | 8:34 p.m. CDT
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