How many people begged Rep. John Campbell, R-Calif., for a piece of the federal pie when he first entered office? How does Rep. Jeff Flake, R-Ariz., feel about the leveraging effect of earmarks for lawmakers’ pet projects in spending bills?
The Club For Growth answers those questions and more about Congress’ favorite food, pork, in the conservative group’s first-ever podcast.
Presidents have to work with Congress almost every day, so it doesn’t hurt to start making friends early. Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney has a few already who are willing to go on record — and on camera — to voice their support.
Sen. Robert Bennett of Utah:
Rep. John Campbell of California:
Sen. Larry Craig of Idaho:
Sen. Jim DeMint of South Carolina:
Former House Speaker Dennis Hastert of Illinois:
Rep. Jim McCrery of Louisiana:
UPDATE: Romney’s team has added a video endorsement by former Sen. Jim Talent, R-Mo.:
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