"No appointment by this governor, under these circumstances, could produce a credible replacement," Durbin said.

Translation: We better act like we are concerned about corruption or else our party will lose that seat in 2010.

What does Rezko Hussein have to say about this?

Christ, next thing you know, Dickie Durbin will tell us idiot's it's December.

I wonder if the Obama folks tipped the feds off or if someone just happened to be listening in on his conversations...

If the obama folks knew about this and said nothing to the feds...*naughty naughty*

Gee according to wire taps, Gov. Rod Blagojevich was trying to get (for the sale of the senate seat) a job for his wife earning 150K or more per year.

Does it make you wonder about michele obama's job procurement?

It's December.

Looks like they caught Obama or his buttbuddy Axelrod in a lie as well. Gee, I love all this Change and Hope. Well, which is it, Corrupt Obama, did you talk to the Governor or didn't you? Which one of you is lying?

What does Rezko Hussein have to say about this?

Hua would we know-we're still trying to figure out if McToast's illegal donations came from North or South Korea. All Keating aside, you'd need to ask Mr. Roth's child about McToasts' illegal campaign funding.

Not even a honest try at a deflection there ng3. Have you read the wire taps allegations? There are so many levels to this it will go on for a very long time.

As I said and you ignored..."
Gee according to wire taps, Gov. Rod Blagojevich was trying to get (for the sale of the senate seat) a job for his wife earning 150K or more per year.

Does it make you wonder about michele obama's job procurement?

Well does it?

Obama today: "I had no contact with the governor or his office. So, I was not aware of what was happening. It's a sad day for Illinois. Beyond that, I don't think it's appropriate for me to comment.

Axelrod 2 weeks ago: "Obama has talked to Blago about replacement"

76-page FBI affidavit alleges that Blagojevich was intercepted on court-authorized wiretaps during the last month conspiring to sell or trade Illinois' U.S. Senate seat vacated by Obama for financial and other personal benefits for himself and his wife.

At various times, in exchange for the Senate appointment, Blagojevich allegedly discussed obtaining:

A substantial salary for himself at a either a non-profit foundation or an organization affiliated with labor unions.

Placing his wife on corporate boards where he speculated she might garner as much as $150,000 a year.

Promises of campaign funds including cash up front.

A cabinet post or ambassadorship for himself.

Gee wasn't obama going to appoint all new ambassador's, and many here shouted with joy....

It just goes on and on and on...

DAVETHEWAVE

Psssst

Every new president appoints all new ambassadors

Shhhh. Don't tell the other wingnuts. It's fun watching them make asses of themselves too.

No. the Illinois Democratic Party have made an asses of themselves. I guess you didn't read the links or watch the news dude

I can't think of a single reason to keep any of Bush's political appointments as Ambassadors. Not a single one. If he puts more career diplomats in, he's done a service to the country.

I guess you have NO COMMENT regarding the scandal, how refreshing!

Sure I have a comment---Give the man a fair trial and convict him if he's guilty.

WHAT`S WRONG WITH SELLING A SENATE SEAT? THE POOR GUY JUST TRY TO MAKE SOME MONEY....LIKE EVERYBODY ELSE....

By the way, that's the same comment I've made in regards to Bush: much can be accomplished with fair trials.

I LOVE IT. I hope you are still happy with your choice. Illinois politics, you gotta love it.

If this was a Republican Governor, this site would have a dozen stories on it. Go figure.

Gee wasn't obama going to appoint all new ambassador's ....

#11 | Posted by DavetheWave

Duh

"I hope you are still happy with your choice...."

I don't live in Illinois. Are you talking about Obama? If yes, then I am very happy. Thanks for asking.

DAVETHEWAVE

I commented on the other thread that's been going all day.

Blogojavich should do some lengthy time if he's done everything he's accused of doing. Sounds as though they have him dead to rights.

And, it also turns out it was Obama's Chief of Staff, Rahm Emmanuel, who alerted Fitzgerald's office of Blogojavich's actions regarding the vacant Senate seat.

And, it also turns out it was Obama's Chief of Staff, Rahm Emmanuel, who alerted Fitzgerald's office of Blogojavich's actions regarding the vacant Senate seat.

Where is the link?

Obama was part of this. I am sure it will be proven.

I hope you are still happy with your choice. Illinois politics, you gotta love it.

The Republican Governor that Blago replaced is in jail and has the fiery deaths of 6 children on his conscience. Ya gotta love it.

Would it change your mind about anything if it was Emmanuel that revealed this?

"I am sure it will be proven...."

But, if it never is, will you wear the stupid crown with pride?

The Republican Governor that Blago replaced is in jail and has the fiery deaths of 6 children on his conscience. Ya gotta love it.

Nice try at deflection. This is about the current Governor. Stick to the story.

But, if it never is, will you wear the stupid crown with pride?

Why, are you tired of wearing it?

Nice try at deflection. This is about the current Governor. Stick to the story

You're the one that brought up Illinois politics.

"Are you tired of wearing it....?"

Maybe. I really suspect you are a better fit. I also see the silly tinge added to this thread by our right-wing friends as compensation for the Cult of the Live Birth being, er, still-born.

I mean really, fellows---How many things are you guys going to try to hang around Obama's neck before he's even in office?

Illinois/Chigago politics comes to the WHite House. Thank you. I hope you all are happy.

"I hope you all are happy..?"

Yes, thank you. I thought we had that settled?

I also see the silly tinge added to this thread by our right-wing friends as compensation for the Cult of the Live Birth being, er, still-born.

WHAT????????

I hope you will enjoy your time in the unemployment line.

Illinois/Chigago politics comes to the WHite House.

Anything would be an improvement over the sodden bankruptcy machine from Crawford.

That whole birth certificate thing---Not going anywhere, is it? "Cult of the Live Birth"---You know, what Republicans did this year rather than actually campaign for president?

This is about the corruption in Illinois, stay on message and stop trying to deflect.

"I hope you will enjoy your time in the unemployment line...."

The recession is now a year old. Obama can't be faulted for creating it, only not clearing it up. But if he does that, I'd say he gets four more years.

Not that he's started the first four, which you guys forget.

This is about the corruption in Illinois, stay on message and stop trying to deflect

You're the one that brought up the White House. Try to keep up.

Time to go pick some avacados off my trees and start the BBQ.

Later losers.

"Start the BBQ...."

If you're planning on eating today, you're speaking of a "grill".

one good think came out of this today not one reporter asked al gore a question.

I knew you cold not help yourself. BBQing is cooking over an open fire. Anythin else is "baking"

"Baking" is fine for cakes.

Let me guess---You put beans in chili?

Of course. Or will you PC freaks stop that also?

Does anyone care what Turban Durbin says. That M.F. accused our troops of terrorism. Oh wait, Barry said that "our troops were air-raiding villages and killing civilians". Will Barry put a stop to that when he becomes CNC.

FWthom-
re: 'Oh wait, Barry said that "our troops were air-raiding villages and killing civilians".'

Obama was making the point that due to too few troops on the ground in Afghanistan (due to bush's stupid war in Iraq), we had to rely too much on air power which results in blowing a lot of civilians up, which is morally wrong and tactically stupid.

But you wouldn't care about us actually being successful in Afghanistan when it gets in the way of throwing a moronic Hannity-esque shot at Obama.

Lest I forget, FWTHOM, Obama's statement was also accurate, and the problem of air raids killing entirely innocent men women and children due to faulty intel and not enough troop presence has been openly discussed by Karzai, and generals in the US military.

I forgot to add: you fucking moron.

There's nothing wrong with putting beans in chili, as long as you understand what you have then is not chili.

And Blagojevich himself, in taped conversations cited by prosecutors, suggested that Obama wouldn't be helpful to him. Even if the governor was to appoint a candidate favored by the Obama team, Blagojevich said, "they're not willing to give me anything except appreciation."

The two Illinois politicians have never been especially close and have largely operated in different Democratic Party camps in the state. Blagojevich's disdain for Obama was clear in court documents; he is quoted as calling the president-elect a vulgar term in one phone conversation recorded by the FBI.

There you have it.

Does it even matter if the senate seat is elected or bought in Illinois?

It is all corrupted.

Tax--Obama supported Blago and Blago supported Obama..

There you have it.

And the plan by Blago was to do a end round with the union to get the pick that Obama was happy with and getting his bullshit personal and political gain.

Murphy,
You're a tool. Obama wanted Jarrett, Blago wanted something in return and Obama said no, and that's why Blago was whining. Get your facts straight.

MURPHY doesn't give a damn.

Tax--Obama supported Blago and Blago supported Obama..

There you have it.

And the plan by Blago was to do a end round with the union to get the pick that Obama was happy with and getting his bullshit personal and political gain.

#58 | Posted by MURPHY

Uhm, yeah. That would be why he called Obama a MoFo.

MURPHY is highly invested in Obama as a representation of ultimate evil. She'll chew off a few square corners to make him fit that hole.

She sounds like that retard Hannity last night. Even with Hickabee and Rove telling him Obama was clean in this, slant head insisted there was something to see...what a punk.

Like it or not that governor has a right to pick the next Senator of Illinois to replace Obama under the law. Liberal Democrats just can't get past this whole pesky "law" thing.