Sunday, September 23, 2007

Democratic Fundraiser Committed Fraud

http://www.nytimes.com/2007/09/21/us/politics/21hsu.html?_r=1&th&emc=th&oref=slogin

So in trying to stray a little from the overwhelming bias of my blog, I'll share a few comments about the article stating that Norman Hsu, a major donor to democratic candidates and causes, is under investigation from the FBI. He has been charged with mail fraud, wire fraud and violating the Federal Election Campaign Act. Conviction on all counts could bring 45 years in prison.
This is a serious offense, and clearly this guy is a serious criminal, having been a fugitive avoiding another fraud charge dating back 15 years (he fell violently ill in September and federal agents finally got to him).
Only one candidate has been confirmed, and that's Hilary Clinton, who's campaign staff is cooperating with the FBI in the investigation.
However, it's hard to overlook such corruption, such deception, and injustice in the campaign fundraising today. I'm not surprised to see this in the democratic party, just as I'm sure it occurs in the republican party as well. A little shocking, but I guess this is the way it works here.

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