Just as the critics argue that people behind the drone program lack accountability, U.S. financial institutions operate with impunity.

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The GAO recommended the Pentagon set accountability standards for the training program and make sure it has adequate staff and technology to oversee the program.

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Despite its good intentions, though, recent audits of the program by Consumers Union and the Government Accountability Office have found that it may be too lenient.

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The GAO also recommended the Secretary of Defense determine what DOD accountability procedures should apply to the program and ensure sufficient staff, functioning distribution networks, and proper technology are available to meet the requirements.

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According to the Government Accountability Office, the SBA flagship loan program accounts for only a little more than 1% of total small-business loans outstanding.

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In its FY 2006 Performance and Accountability Report, USDA reported that the Food Stamps program lowered its error rate (5.84%) for the seventh consecutive year.

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The audit confirmed the findings of an AP investigation last year that found a lack of accountability in California's multimillion-dollar special license plate program and specific examples of misappropriation in the memorial license plate fund.

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The program has made it possible for Nissan, headed by Chief Executive Carlos Ghosn, a stickler for measurement and accountability, to slash its per-vehicle advertising cost by 35% over the past five years, Nissan has said.

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According to a recent report by the Foundation for Government Accountability, the Vacationland experienced no drop in the uninsured rate following the 2002 expansion, and the program suffered from cost overruns and higher than expected enrollment.

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