Truth to Power

So corrupt…

These folks are so crooked, they must have to screw their pants on.

AP: Donor Was Promised Ambassadorship

By SHARON THEIMER, Associated Press Writer

WASHINGTON – A big Republican donor goes to his governor and senator, saying he was told by President Bush’s chief fund-raiser he’d be getting a plum ambassadorial appointment but it wasn’t delivered. The senator takes his case right to the top of the White House.

Nothing happens for two years.

The donor then helps stage a fund-raiser for Bush. A week later, the donor lands an appointment as the chairman of the federal board overseeing billions of dollars of student loans.

“But everyones doing it” is a statement, not an excuse…


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