Articles Tagged With 'Stimulus Jobs'
Are Minorities Getting Their Share of the Stimulus Dough?
Much stimulus money is going to large, shovel-ready projects, which tends to go to large -- and predominantly white-owned -- construction contractors.
Are the Criticisms of the Gov’s Stimulus Site Legit?
Mistakes in information have brought a public lashing upon Recovery.gov, but comparatively speaking, the error rate isn't that bad.
Con Men All Around
Criminals are luring scam victims with promises of stimulus money.
Report: Stimulus Drives Right Past Motor City
Michigan is said to have few new jobs from the stimulus, with more than half of them tied to education.
‘Brutal Milestone’ for Unemployment
The jobless rate reaches 10.2 percent, bringing more criticism of stimulus efforts.
Wait - So a Political Contribution Can’t Buy a Stimulus Contract?
The trail of stimulus money doesn't appear to lead to many state-level campaign donors.
More Fun With Stimulus Numbers
Those getting stimulus grants and contracts seem to be overcounting the new jobs -- or undercounting them.
The Stimulus Reports Are In…But Are They Accurate?
Trying to make sense of some bargain-basement job-creation figures.
In Factory Towns, Waiting for the Stimulus to Arrive
In a town where even the mayor draws unemployment, the benefits of the stimulus are hard to see.
ProPublica’s Unofficial Guide to Recovery.gov
A look at things to watch for in the government's data on $159 billion worth of stimulus projects.
The Reports Are Coming! The Reports Are Coming!
A look at the first $150 billion in stimulus spending will offer a broad picture of its impact on the economy.
New Questions About Stim Job Numbers; White House Fires Back
A news report says the government is overstating job gains from the stimulus, but the Obama administration has a different view.
Education Secretary Not Mad, Just Disappointed
States are being taken to task for not using stimulus on education reform as intended.
Give a Little, Take a Little
Deficits are rising, but the stimulus spending is far from finished.
Stimulus Powers Wind Power Industry
The wind business has grown despite the recession, and the industry is looking for a long-term commitment from Washington.
Do Direct Stimulus Jobs Really Cost $533,000 Apiece?!
The administration trumpets the jobs created by the Recovery Act, but the return on investment is difficult to judge.
We Made Recovery.gov’s New Stimulus Data Easier to Download
The government's stimulus reports are unwieldy to handle, and difficult to assess.
