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Another significant aspect discussed addressed a systemic issue plaguing governmental financial practices. Sopko pointed out that many organizations, particularly USAID, have developed a culture focused on expenditure rather than outcome. This leads to a scenario where the emphasis is placed on simply getting money out the door rather than ensuring that it is allocated effectively. He mentioned a poignant observation: when results aren’t scrutinized, failures go unchecked, and budgets remain intact.