Using the same list, where should the federal government be spending more, and why?
The federal government should make long-term investments that will strengthen our country and prepare future generations for years to come. First, we should fully fund the No Child Left Behind program in order to realize the initiative’s original intent of turning around failing schools. We should also restore budget cuts to student loan rates. In order to maintain our competitive edge in the global economy, we have to commit to additional funding for research and innovation, a key driving force behind our economy. Particularly in the Triangle, we must also invest in transportation infrastructure to alleviate congestion that is a damper on productivity and our quality of life. We must shore up support for affordable housing, which has deteriorated badly. And as we require more of our first responders on the front lines of the war on terror, natural disaster preparedness, and community safety, we should provide them additional resources so that they can meet these challenges. 9. Do you
