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Homeland To Back Off Stimulus Funding Until It Reviews Priorities

allan15 years ago15 years ago02 mins

The spending of stimulus funds should come under intense scrutiny. There’s going to be some misspending of stimulus funds, but that doesn’t mean we shouldn’t try to keep waste and misguided priorities to a minimum. By The Associated Press WASHINGTON – Facing criticism for her handling of federal stimulus money, Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano…

Even the Mob Could Use a Little Stimulus $$$

allan15 years ago11 years ago02 mins

Yes, even the mob needs some stimulus money. There are some stimulus programs like home weatherization that have helped such industries as construction and heating and cooling. But they are also ripe for corruption. The FBI has been expecting to see some corrupt practices grow out of these programs. By WILLIAM K. RASHBAUM New York…