Applying the Dead Horse Theory

First, the theory:

Now, to which of the following do you think the theory best applies?

1. Using Napier ratepayers’ money to expand the Napier National Aquarium
2. Reviving the Ruataniwha Dam scheme
3. Converting prime HB farmland to housing & industrial plants
4. Deciding which beloved trees to cut down next in Hastings/Havelock North
5. Building 5 Star hotels in Napier and Hastings during global economic meltdown
6. Persisting with chemical farming
7. Converting the Napier-Wairoa railroad to a cycle way
8. Other?