John McCain actually said...

Secretary Gates, former President Bush signed an Executive order last year intended to reduce the number and cost of earmarks and make their origin and purpose transparent.

Context

McCain references Bush's Executive order aimed at reducing earmarks and enhancing transparency.

01/26/2009

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