Both Democrats and Republicans give millions to universities in earmarks – but not in the same way

Democrats tend to give less than Republicans when it comes to earmarked funding for universities – but they give more to minority-serving institutions.

By: Stephanie Aguilar-Smith, University of Georgia and Heather McCambly, University of Pittsburgh, The Conversation

Outlets: The Conversation

Published: June 8, 2026

Words: 1,250

Last Updated: 1 month, 2 weeks ago

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By Stephanie Aguilar-Smith, University of Georgia and Heather McCambly, University of Pittsburgh

U.S. politicians have perhaps never been more divided, including when it comes to their views on higher education.

Republicans are pushing for more control over the day-to-day work at colleges and universities. Some Republican politicians say that universities are elitist, woke organizations that are out of touch with the general public and lack value for most people. In step …

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