Spendthrifts in the District

I don’t envy D.C. Council members Jack Evans and David Catania.

Though it’s clear they don’t enjoy the role, the two are fast becoming voices of fiscal restraint. Sometimes, however, even they acquiesce to colleagues’ pleas and special constituents’ demands. That happened earlier this week, when despite their better judgment, they supported legislation introduced by Ward 8’s Marion Barry ensuring at least $30 million is allocated for the Housing Production Trust Fund.