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What is one common critique of pork-barrel politics?
What is one common critique of pork-barrel politics?
- It involves raw politics in decision-making (correct)
- It prioritizes national projects over local needs
- It is guided by disinterested experts
- It leads to efficient use of federal funds
How has the nature of pork-barrel projects evolved over time?
How has the nature of pork-barrel projects evolved over time?
- They are now solely focused on public-works projects
- They have shifted to encompass 'post-industrial' pork (correct)
- They have decreased in frequency
- They have become more cost-effective
Why is defining 'pork' challenging according to the text?
Why is defining 'pork' challenging according to the text?
- It is clearly defined in federal regulations
- It applies only to national projects
- It is a subjective concept (correct)
- It has a fixed definition throughout history
In what way has pork-barrel spending spread in recent times?
In what way has pork-barrel spending spread in recent times?
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Which statement best explains the term 'pork-barrel politics'?
Which statement best explains the term 'pork-barrel politics'?
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Why do critics of pork-barrel politics prefer a different method for allocating federal funds?
Why do critics of pork-barrel politics prefer a different method for allocating federal funds?
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What effect has the changing economy had on pork-barrel projects?
What effect has the changing economy had on pork-barrel projects?
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What makes reaching a clear definition of 'pork' challenging?
What makes reaching a clear definition of 'pork' challenging?
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What distinguishes 'post-industrial' pork from traditional pork-barrel projects?
What distinguishes 'post-industrial' pork from traditional pork-barrel projects?
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