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earmark

[eer-mahrk] / ˈɪərˌmɑrk /




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Earmark supporters say they can be life-savers — literally.

From Washington Times • Apr. 19, 2021

Earmark proponents say a return to the practice could remedy the long-running difficulty of passing appropriations bills in a carefully considered, transparent manner.

From Salon • Jan. 13, 2019

Earmark opponents say the moratorium has, in fact, reduced the practice.

From Time • Jan. 16, 2014

Earmark opponents have long criticized the project as wasteful.

From New York Times • Feb. 9, 2012




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