Obama wins praise for transparency efforts
But experts say that more government oversight will be key, especially as the stimulus package progresses
Publication: Austin American Statesman (Cox News Service)
Julia Malone
January 24, 2009
WASHINGTON — In the midst of an unprecedented flood of federal spending to refloat the grounded economy, President Barack Obama is offering hope to those who fear taxpayers' money will be siphoned off for bridges to nowhere, extravagant office furnishings and other boondoggles.
