Pork Report highlighted by the Chattanooga Times Free Press

The Chattanooga Times Free Press notes the Tennessee Center for Policy Research’s inclusion of government funding for local chambers of commerce in the 2010 Pork Report.

“Chambers of Commerce serve a vital function for economic growth in local communities. However, rather than fund these entities with taxpayer money, governments should cut taxes and spending, allowing individuals, small businesses and entrepreneurs to thrive.” – Justin Owen

Read the full article here.

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