pork-barreling

ریشه

The term 'pork-barreling' originated in the United States in the mid-19th century. It refers to the practice of distributing pork (a metaphor for government funds) to constituents, similar to how a barrel of pork would be distributed among people.

مثال

• The senator was accused of engaging in pork-barreling to secure votes in his district.
• The project was criticized as an example of pork-barreling, as it primarily benefited a small group of individuals.
• Pork-barreling has been a contentious issue in politics, with many calling for stricter regulations.

ترکیب‌های رایج

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