Idiom:
Rise and shine ( wake up full of energy )
Hit the book:
Defray
Urge
Permanent
Incite
Opponent
Weigh in
Thumb down
Handcuff
Keep at bay
That is money that could help defray the loss of revenue from a temporary ban on ads advocating views involving religion, politics or other causes.
Metro staff members are urging that the ban be made permanent. The ban is supported by the public, as reflected in surveys, according to staff, and opening the way to such ads again could expose the agency to claims of discrimination or create security issues by inciting opponents. But the ban also has cost the agency about $1.6 million in lost revenue.