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Originally Posted by truble2301  I don't get the objection to pumping 160 million into the economy. You'd think that people worried about the state of the country's finances would be thrilled with that kind of money being spent! The misconception that the taxpayers are paying for all of that . . . well, it's just not true. Facts get in the way so often around here, it seems. |
I'll be interested to see the final figures after the inauguration. Today's figures are saying 170 million.
ABC News: What Recession? The $170 Million Inauguration
In a letter to members of Congress, the governors of Maryland and Virginia, and the mayor of Washington said that their combined costs could exceed $75 million.
That's on top of the $49 million the federal government is spending, again mostly for security.
Yes, there are a LOT of donations still being made, even hours before the big show. But the taxpayers will foot some of the bill, no matter what. I hope to see that "trickle down" effect.