W.Va. Flunked Over Disclosures

West Virginia received an "F" _ as did 20 other states _ after The Center for Public Integrity graded them on the degree to which they disclose private financial interests of their governors to the public.

"Washington was the only state to receive an 'A' grade in the Center's analysis because it provided the most information to the public on its governor's personal income and investments," the group's report said. "Eight states scored in the 'B' range, while 20 states received 'Cs' or 'Ds.'"

Offering a ranking of all the states, the report gives West Virginia 44 out of a possible 100 points. While the Mountain State got points for basic filing practices and enforcement, it received only half the available points for public access. It fared worst in the area weighing the extent of filings, receiving 32 out of a possible 83 points.

The Charleston Gazette has a story on the report.