DW:  As I understand the laws, public jurisdictions cannot declare "selective bankruptcies" to facilitate "stiffing" vendors and sub-contractors, so I'm not sure Mr. Trump's advice would be helpful.  

I do agree that, all too often, public projects result in significant "cost over-runs" and delayed completion.  I would suggest more careful decision making, planning, contract negotiations and oversight would address these issues.  When I was on the J.City School Board we took a very "hard nosed" approach to such projects and contracts.  It can be done and it should be done by all public entities.  regards,Gary Crum