As Amazon Considers a 2nd HQ, Will Taxpayers Be Fleeced?

Let the bidding begin. Amazon is planning to spend $5 billion to build a second North American headquarters, and governments are invited to open their wallets. It is easy to see why many cities would love to play host to the jobs, spin-off economic activity and prestige the online giant will generate. But officials need to look closely – and ask some tough questions – before they leap.