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Claim Text: This program, which costs more than $100 million annually, gives grants to companies for technology research.
Simplified Text: Advanced Technology Program gives grants to companies for technology research costing more than $100 million annually
Confidence Score: 0.500
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Created: February 15, 2026 at 3:02 PM (6 months ago)
Last Updated: February 15, 2026 at 3:02 PM (6 months ago)

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Special-Interest Spending

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https://www.downsizinggovernment.org/special-interest-spending

This essay examines special interest spending, focusing on corporate welfare and earmarks. It argues that these practices harm taxpayers and the economy, and proposes reforms to address the issue. The author provides examples and data to support the claims.

Government Spending Corporate Welfare Earmarks Subsidies Fiscal Policy Lobbying Taxpayers Economic Impact

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