Is there anyone to match Rep. Don Young’s (R-AK) earmarking abilities? Sure, Rep. John Murtha (D-PA) knows his way around an appropriations bill. But contractors know that the way to Murtha’s heart is to open an office in his district. Convincing Young to dole out federal dollars, however, seems even easier.
This is a companion discussion topic for the original entry at https://talkingpointsmemo.com/?p=179391