Saying Goodbye To The Kojo Nnamdi Show
On this last episode, we look back on 23 years of joyous, difficult and always informative conversation.
As Congress turns its eye to massive spending bills this week, the word “earmark” has returned to dominate the news cycle. To some they are the worst example of unaccountable government waste. To others, they represent carefully directed congressional spending. We learn about how earmarks are viewed within Congress, when the cameras and mics are turned off.
Guests
- David Hawkings Managing Editor, CQ Weekly
- Ryan Alexander President, Taxpayers for Common Sense
- Benjamin Cardin U.S. Senator, D-Maryland
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