US government needs to spend wisely

While the American people are struggling economically, the Obama administration is missing or spending insufficiently billions of tax dollars.

The Obama administration has reportedly spent tens of millions of dollars on road signs that promote the use of stimulus dollars on various construction projects across America.

The amount of money being spent on these signs has raised questions about whether or not the administration is spending taxpayer dollars responsibly. The administration spent $10,000 alone on just one sign near Washington’s Dulles International Airport.

While the administration claims only $5 million dollars have been spent on these signs, others question whether or not this is an accurate figure.

The issue has traveled as far as Capitol Hill, where many members of Congress have openly criticized the Obama administration for government waste. One lawmaker is even trying to push a bill through Congress that would cut funding for these signs.

“At a time of record deficits, at a time when we need to start cutting back and living within our means, I think that the millions of dollars we’re spending on signs is an easy cut,” argued Congressman Aaron Schock (R-IL).

While some Washington residents are critical of the signs, others argue that this is simply the government following through on its promise of transparency.

“I have no problem with the signs,” said Washington resident Brendan Horton. “I think it’s good that the public is made aware that the recovery act funds are being used.”

Whether it is a necessary expense in the name of transparency or another example of government waste, these signs have caused quite a stir in Washington.