Question

Why have mohair farmers earned a subsidy from the federal government for decades?

Answer 1

They provided clothes to the U.S. Army. during World War II.

Step-by-step explanation:

That's the main reason. But, according with Fareed Zakaria, subsidies continued because of the lobbing of the special interests. In 2002, mohair producers were able to receive this special loan assistances.

AMAZING.

Answer 2

On The Power of Organized Interests, It as 1955 when in the federal budget the mohair (Angora goat wool) farmers because they provided clothing for the army. This made them have the privilege to have the budget. The mohair farmers continued to receive benefits for 35 years.