put a straitjacket on
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In a statement released in April, Brown said, "The practical effect of the court's decision is to put a straitjacket on local government at a time when maximum flexibility is needed."
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 11, 2015
“The practical effect of the court’s decision is to put a straitjacket on local government at a time when maximum flexibility is needed,” Brown said in a statement after Monday’s ruling.
From Washington Times ● Apr. 21, 2015
"The practical effect of the court's decision is to put a straitjacket on local government at a time when maximum flexibility is needed," Brown said in a statement after Monday's ruling.
From US News ● Apr. 21, 2015
“The practical effect of the court’s decision is to put a straitjacket on local government at a time when maximum flexibility is needed,” he said.
From New York Times ● Apr. 20, 2015
