Sunday, October 12, 2008

Seattle Times Story: Defense Favor Factory , With Local Details.

New Seattle Times examination of earmarks in the Defense appropriations bill.

Story is HERE.

Included is link to a searchable Favor Factory database they set up HERE, that allows searches and details by state, and Congressional member.


HERE is a search link that shows all Oregon delegation members.

Smith tops Oregon list with $57 Million; Walden had the lowest in Oregon at $8.9 Million
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HERE is search link to Oregon companies. While I wear and like New Balance shoes, not sure they need the $2.4 Million earmark for cold weather equipment.