Providing for Earmarking Reform in the House of Representatives
Author : United States. Congress. House. Committee on Rules
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Page : 16 pages
File Size : 10,55 MB
Release : 2006
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Author : United States. Congress. House. Committee on Rules
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Page : 16 pages
File Size : 10,55 MB
Release : 2006
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Author : United States. Congress. House. Committee on Rules
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Page : 14 pages
File Size : 15,84 MB
Release : 2006
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Author : United States. Congress. House
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Page : pages
File Size : 21,17 MB
Release : 2007*
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Author : United States. Congress. House. Committee on Rules
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Page : 2 pages
File Size : 13,48 MB
Release : 2006
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Author : United States. Congress. House
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Page : pages
File Size : 30,34 MB
Release : 2006*
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Author : John V. Sullivan
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Page : 72 pages
File Size : 37,80 MB
Release : 2007
Category : Government publications
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Author : Citizens Against Government Waste
Publisher : Macmillan
Page : 212 pages
File Size : 38,74 MB
Release : 2005-04-06
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780312343576
A compendium of the most ridiculous examples of Congress's pork-barrel spending.
Author : John Hudak
Publisher : Brookings Institution Press
Page : 234 pages
File Size : 41,72 MB
Release : 2014-02-27
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 0815725205
Presidential earmarks? Perhaps even more so than their counterparts in Congress, presidents have the motive and the means to politicize spending for political power. But do they? In Presidential Pork, John Hudak explains and interprets presidential efforts to control federal spending and accumulate electoral rewards from that power. The projects that members of Congress secure for their constituents certainly attract attention. Political pundits still chuckle about the “Bridge to Nowhere.” But Hudak clearly illustrates that while Congress claims credit for earmarks and pet projects, the practice is alive and well in the White House, too. More than any representative or senator, presidents engage in pork barrel spending in a comprehensive and systematic way to advance their electoral interests. It will come as no surprise that the White House often steers the enormous federal bureaucracy to spend funds in swing states. It is a major advantage that only incumbents enjoy. Hudak reconceptualizes the way in which we view the U.S. presidency and the goals and behaviors of those who hold the nation’s highest office. He illustrates that presidents and their White Houses are indeed complicit in distributing presidential pork—and how they do it. The result is an illuminating and highly original take on presidential power and public policy.
Author : Paul S. Herrnson
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 337 pages
File Size : 13,18 MB
Release : 2021-09-19
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 1000438090
This book provides a glimpse into the professional lives of members of Congress and the staff, political consultants, and others who work beneath the Capitol’s iconic dome. It shows some of the historic challenges, daily trials and tribulations, and public and private triumphs and failures that defi ne working life on the Hill. Original chapters by practitioners who have been there off er a fresh understanding of congressional elections, policy making, and party leadership, as well as landmark institutional developments, such as the growing influence of women and minorities in the legislative process. Each author brings a personal knowledge of Congress, providing unique insight into the opaque world of committee assignments, the hustle and bustle of fl oor activity, the cross- examination of committee testimony, and the beehive of activity in a member’s Washington or district offi ce, or committee’s office. Collectively, they provide keen insights into the institutions, procedures, and politics that shape congressional policy making. Additionally, the historic two impeachments of then- President Donald J. Trump are examined to showcase some of the extraordinary politics taking place on Capitol Hill. Aimed at anyone working in Congress or wanting to infl uence public policy, this book is also an excellent classroom supplement for political science courses at every level and a compelling read for citizens who want to understand how Congress works and why it sometimes does not.
Author : United States. Congress
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Page : 1414 pages
File Size : 22,50 MB
Release : 1952
Category : Law
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The Congressional Record is the official record of the proceedings and debates of the United States Congress. It is published daily when Congress is in session. The Congressional Record began publication in 1873. Debates for sessions prior to 1873 are recorded in The Debates and Proceedings in the Congress of the United States (1789-1824), the Register of Debates in Congress (1824-1837), and the Congressional Globe (1833-1873)