What is another word for pork barrel?
Pronunciation: [pˈɔːk bˈaɹə͡l] (IPA) 
Pork barrel is an American political term referring to the practice of politicians using government funds to finance local projects that often benefit their own constituencies. The term typically carries a negative connotation, suggesting wasteful or corrupt spending. Other phrases used to describe pork barrel spending include earmarks, patronage, and logrolling. Earmarks refer to specific appropriations of government funds for specific projects, while patronage describes the practice of rewarding political allies with government appointments. Logrolling refers to the practice of exchanging favors among legislators in order to pass particular bills or legislation, often including pork barrel spending. Regardless of the term used, the practice of pork barrel spending remains a contentious issue in American politics.
