The Obama administration is refusing to release government records on its "cash for clunkers" rebate program that would substantiate — or undercut — claims of its success.I'm sure they'll be glad to document this "Cash for Auto Workers Unions" program...just as soon as they get another $2 billion.
President Barack Obama wants $2 billion more to boost car sales, days after the first $1 billion was made available. Obama has promised greater transparency, but Transportation Department officials say they don't have time to turn over sales data provided by car dealers.
The limited information shows most buyers are not picking Ford, Chrysler or General Motors vehicles, and six of the top 10 vehicles purchased are Honda, Toyota and Hyundai. The Associated Press has sought release of the data since last week. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood said Sunday the government would release it.
Tuesday, August 04, 2009
Data on "Cash For Clunkers" Being Withheld
The most transparent administration in history:
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Congress has become the "laughing stock" of the world. We bankrupt the U.S. in order to support foreign companies, doesn't make any sense to me. And now our illustrious president wants to squander another 2 Billion dollars on Cash for Clunkers, what a farce.
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