Stamato Op-Ed: Grease from pork does not aid good governing

July 14, 2023

A new op-ed by Linda Stamato highlights concerns over the allocation of pork barrel earmark funds by New Jersey lawmakers. She argues that these funds, intended for local projects, are being distributed without proper transparency and accountability, leading to potential misuse and favoritism. The article calls for lawmakers to prioritize the public interest by implementing stricter regulations and oversight mechanisms to ensure that earmark funds are allocated fairly and effectively to benefit the entire state.

NJ Spotlight, July 14, 2023

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