“As Power Shifts in New Congress, Pork May Linger”
David Kirkpatrick: Mr. Stevens, an 83-year-old Republican, and Mr. Inouye, an 82-year-old Democrat, routinely deliver to their states more money per capita in earmarks — the pet projects lawmakers insert into major spending bills — than any other state gets. This year, Alaska received $1.05 billion in earmarks, or $1,677.27 per resident, while Hawaii got … Continue reading “As Power Shifts in New Congress, Pork May Linger”
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