How to DOGE US Foreign Aid
Posted By: Moritz55, 1/13/2025 10:26:46 AM
Foreign aid has been a pillar of America’s global strategy since the Marshall Plan and Japan’s postwar reconstruction—historic successes that created allies with booming economies. Today, foreign aid spending has surged to heights not seen in decades. But key agencies like USAID have veered off course with pet projects replacing strategic interests. Accountability is virtually non-existent. It’s time for serious reform. Under the Biden Administration, USAID’s budget exploded, funneling billions to activist NGOs and organizations favored by the progressive wing of the Democratic party. The largest recipients of USAID funding are foreign governments and NGOs—practically guaranteeing minimal oversight and no chance of return on investment.
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As he leaves office next week, President Biden will primarily be remembered for his astounding incompetence. As a new generation of officeholders from both parties battles the devastating consequences of his failed leadership, his destructive impact on his own party, agenda and voters will cast a long shadow. Among the myriad failures, five stand out as a cautionary tale for future leaders.
Breathtaking dishonesty
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How to DOGE US Foreign Aid
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Foreign aid has been a pillar of America’s global strategy since the Marshall Plan and Japan’s postwar reconstruction—historic successes that created allies with booming economies. Today, foreign aid spending has surged to heights not seen in decades. But key agencies like USAID have veered off course with pet projects replacing strategic interests. Accountability is virtually non-existent. It’s time for serious reform.
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Fire, Donald Trump Is Going To Have To
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in ‘criminal effort’ to overturn 2020 election 26 replies
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According to Semafor.com, WaPo has bled out its traffic, and that bleed was heavy. From 2021, it's lost 90 percent of its daily users:
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California Gov. Newsom Makes $50 Million
Deal with Dem Lawmakers to Fight Trump, Deportations 15 replies
Deal with Dem Lawmakers to Fight Trump, Deportations 15 replies
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