Economic Distortions

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noun a political process in which government funds and resources are allocated for projects that primarily benefit the interests of a particular district, region, or group of constituents

  • The practice of pork barrelling involves the allocation of government funds for specific projects in order to gain political support.
  • Politicians engaging in pork barrelling are often criticized for using public money for personal gain.
  • Pork barrelling is just another way for politicians to line their pockets with taxpayer money.
  • The pork barrelling by the company executives resulted in lavish bonuses for themselves while the employees suffered.