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Scott Maxwell: James Uthmeier used to be a big talker when it came to “Alligator Alcatraz.” But now that the facility is shuttered and the boondoggle bills are ... Show more
Maxwell: Uthmeier scurries from cameras, now that ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ bills are due – Sun Sentinel
Maxwell: Uthmeier scurries from cameras, now that ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ bills are due – Sun Sentinel
Scott Maxwell: James Uthmeier used to be a big talker when it came to “Alligator Alcatraz.” But now that the facility is shuttered and the boondoggle bills are ... Show more
Maxwell: Uthmeier scurries from cameras, now that ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ bills are due – Sun Sentinel
Maxwell: Uthmeier scurries from cameras, now that ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ bills are due – Sun Sentinel
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