Auto Bailout: Follow the Money to House Votes

This probably won't shock you, but MapLight is reporting today that those House of Representatives members voting for the auto bailout received 65% more in campaign contributions from the auto industry than did those who voted against:

House Democrats voted overwhelmingly in favor of this bill, 205 voting Yes and 20 voting No (11 not voting). Democrats voting Yes received an average of $74,846 each, about 19% more than those voting No, who received an average of $63,140.

House Republicans were somewhat more divided on this bill, 32 voting Yes and 150 voting No (16 not voting). Republicans voting Yes received an average of $69,323 each, 63% more than those voting No, who received an average of $42,598.

MapLight charted a similar situation with the financial industry bailout.

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This blog is quite

This blog is quite informative for all car holders as it gives a brief idea about car parts ad its maintenance. Knowledge about car parts is very essential to keep your car better running condition which give s you a smooth driving without any breakdown problem. Thanks for this. In my point of view this is special and unique for me.

hopefully..we’ve been

hopefully..we’ve been expecting a larger number of positive results for this financial support given by the government. These car companies should try to make some alternatives to address our economical problems. Why not make any modifications on their car parts too? (ex: a more modified ford blower motor, interiors, etc.)