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> The analysis showed that when Republicans controlled the House of Representatives, the average science and research account received approximately $150 millio
by ceejayoz 1y ago
> The analysis showed that when Republicans controlled the House of Representatives, the average science and research account received approximately $150 million more in funding than when Democrats held the majority.
Yes, because when the Dems hold the majority, the Republicans filibuster or threaten government shutdowns to force painful cuts.
- IAmBroom 1y agoAlso, comparisons in USD are meaningless. % of the budget, or expressed in terms of GDP, or inflation-adjusted USD, would be far more useful when comparing things separated by four-year cycles.