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November 21, 2014
By Mia Steinle
Data on Oil, Gas, Mining Projects Often Incomplete, Missing or Inaccessible
There is a glaring lack of data available to the public about the impacts of the drilling and mining of oil, gas and minerals on public lands, according to a Project On Government Oversight (POGO) survey of people who live and work in areas where extractiv
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Topics: Energy and Natural Resources
November 21, 2014
Treasury Nominee Eligible for “Revolving Door” Rewards
Antonio Weiss, President Obama’s nominee for a senior post at the Treasury Department, could receive a variety of financial benefits from his current Wall Street employer if he’s confirmed for the position, according to newly posted ethics records.
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Topics: Financial Sector
November 20, 2014
By Neil Gordon
Corporate Political Spenders Get Lucrative Payouts
America's largest corporations got, on average, $760 in federal funds for every $1 they spent on lobbying and campaign contributions, combined. For the five largest federal contractors, however, the average return on investment was more than twice that amo
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Topics: Contract Oversight
November 20, 2014
CMRR-NF Cancelled, but Questions Linger
The Department of Energy cancelled plans to construct the Chemistry and Metallurgy Research Replacement – Nuclear Facility (CMRR-NF). DOE plans to update existing facilities and to construct modular facilities, but questions still linger.
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Topics: National Security
November 19, 2014
Pentagon Still Plans to Blow Through Its Allowance
An independent budget watchdog has analyzed the Pentagon's budget plans, and found that it is underestimating its long-term costs.
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Topics: National Security
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The Congressional Management Foundation offers the Gold Mouse Awards annually to members of Congress who make the most of the opportunity the digital world offers them. POGO spoke with members of Rep. Mike Honda's communications team about their award.
