Party competition increases spending (IMAGE) University of Rochester Caption Political scientists from the University of Rochester and the University of California, San Diego, found that party competition at the state level is linked to increased spending on human capital and infrastructure and measurable improvements in public welfare. Credit (University of Rochester illustration / Julia Joshpe) Usage Restrictions none License Original content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.