Tag Archive for ‘Gov. Rod Blagojevich’
Blago’s day of infamy
“Dec. 9 to my family, to us, to me, is what Pearl Harbor Day was to the United States…It was a complete surprise, completely unexpected. And just like the United States prevailed in that, we’ll prevail in this.” –Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich
Bribery more serious than torture?
“It’s all very well to insist that Obama be as forthcoming and transparent as possible concerning any connection between himself and his staff and the Blagojevich matter. Transparent, open government was an important part of what Obama promised as a candidate, and he should be held to his pledges. Even so, am I the only one who […]
Quotation: Nothing but sunshine?
“I don’t believe there’s any cloud that hangs over me. I think there’s nothing but sunshine hanging over me.” -Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich, talking to reporters on Monday. Blagojevich and his chief of staff were arrested this morning on federal corruption charges.