May 21, 2009

Stimulus map vs. economic stress map

Economic stimulus transportation infrastructure projects [Hat tip: Richard Florida]



National stress index (5/18 post)



Some observations:

-The stimulus money was funneled to the wrong parts of Michigan, Tennessee, Mississippi, and North Carolina.

-Wyoming, Iowa, and the Northeast made out well.

-What sort of politics are at work in New Mexico?

-Overall, I am impressed at how well the stimulus distribution matches the need, especially in the West.