Friday, December 26, 2008

Scandal/impeachment items

Took a break for Christmas Day and Eve I hope everyone who read this blog had a very blessed holiday!

People of Illinois need a bit of a timeout - Defender
There is no doubt that the allegations against Gov. Rod Blagojevich are alarming and identify some brazen activities on his part. The allegations cast a pall of negativity over the state’s image, especially coming after the immediate past governor was convicted of malfeasance similar to Blagojevich’s accusations.

To invoke a pay-to-play practice in the state’s business practice is not only deplorable and down right shameful, it hurts the worthy businesses denied an opportunity to fairly compete for contracts with the state, which could help the businesses’ bottom line and, thus, the Illinois residents they employ.

Selling a coveted Senate seat for any kind of gain–personal or political–as Blagojevich is charged with doing, is beyond comprehension, counterproductive to the citizens of this state, and an injustice to the worthy, competent and accomplished candidates who may be interested in the post.

Blacks say they retain clout despite possible loss of Senate seat - Defender
Despite the scandal swirling about Gov. Rod Blagojevich and the delay in choosing a replacement for President-elect Barack Obama's U.S. Senate seat, Black politicians say the controversy and delay will not diminish Black political clout in the state.

“I don’t think that any political clout has been compromised,” said U.S. Rep. Danny Davis, D-7th, who said that the scandal has “damaged” politics in general.

State Rep. David Miller agreed, stating that the Black community has a relationship with many elected officials, including others whose names were tossed in the ring for the vacancy, such as Madigan and Giannoulias.

Talks With Blagojevich 'Innocent' - American Chronicle

Guv's woes are a big gift for some - Greg Hinz

Advice for Obama on Blagojevich Scandal - CPR

State Capitol Q&A: Why Blagojevich hasn't stepped down
- State Journal Register

Video: Gov. Blagojevich Plays "Sen. Clay Davis" From The Wire
Watch the eerie similarities between indicted Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich, and "The Wire" character, "Sen. Clay Davis." Who says art doesn't reflect, and sometimes dictate, life?

Obama Questioned by FBI for Two Hours - Newsalert

Blagojevich's lawyer asks House for subpoenas - Sun-Times
Gov. Blagojevich’s lead lawyer has asked the Illinois House panel weighing whether to impeach the governor to subpoena three high-profile witnesses.

The lawyer, Ed Genson, said Wednesday that testimony by Valerie Jarrett, a top adviser to President-elect Barack Obama; U.S. Rep. Rahm Emanuel (D-Ill.), Obama’s incoming chief of staff; and U.S. Rep. Jesse Jackson Jr. (D-Ill.), would bolster the governor’s contention that he did nothing wrong when it comes to filling Obama’s vacant U.S. Senate Seat.
Blagojevich Probe Expands to Include Prison Closing - Bloomberg

Biden: Blagojevich 'Incapable' of Governing
- MSNBC
Appearing on "Larry King Live" on CNN Monday night, Vice President-elect Joe Biden referred to Gov. Rod Blagojevich as "a guy who is not capable of governing."

"I know in our system you're innocent until proven guilty, but those tapes that were released by the special prosecutor, by the, excuse me, by the U.S. Attorney, seem incredibly, incredibly incriminating. It's a decision for the people of Illinois to make, and the legislature of Illinois to make, but from where I sit he looks like a guy who is not capable of governing," Biden said during the interview.
Video: You're a mean one, Blagojevich LOL!!!

Can Eddie Genson's fireworks get a fair trial for the hate figure of the hour?
- Conrad Black

Illinois politics: Easier than Dec. 26 shopping - John Kass

Jones III set to succeed father, mum on Blago scandal - Southtown

Gov's lawyer asks panel to subpoena Obama staff - AP

Guv's woes are a big gift for some - Greg Hinz

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