October 18, 2008

Cost of War in Iraq and Afghanistan

Iraq FY08 – $149.2 Billion ($12.43B/month)

Afghanistan FY08 – $32.8 Billion ($2.73B/month)

Total FY08 – $180 Billion
Total since 9/11: $859 Billion
(Click on chart for larger view)

For Full Report: Congressional Research Service, “The Cost of Iraq, Afghanistan, and Global War on Terror Operations since 9/11.”

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October 18, 2008

What do the Candidates’ Tax Plans Mean for Bangor, Maine? The Answer Might Surprise You.

Barak Obama Will Cut Taxes More than John McCain for 95.7% of Bangor Residents
John McCain and Barak Obama have both proposed tax plans that will cut income taxes for most Americans. The Tax Policy Institute has a very comprehensive analysis of the candidate’s plans, as well as some very informative projections available on its [...]