However, I think there is a conservative defense of earmarks, in many cases.
The bureaucracy, in many cases, does NOT do what it should with taxpayer dollars. Members of Congress are asked to support the various agencies, and promised something in return -— that often does not happen.
Earmarks CAN be a way to keep the unelected bureaucrats in check -— but the practice has been abused.
“but the practice has been abused.”
ya think!
When we are absolutely broke to the fourth generation there is NO conservative excuse for continuing to spend. The fact that some make that argument- and some voters fall for it- gives us but little hope for saving this country.
The only conservative argument needs to be, “Stop the spendind now!” They need to block EVERY bill or go down trying until after the ‘10 elections. Any one Senator can tie up the floor anytime he wants to. Seems like they don’t really want to.