[Rudder]

Re: taft's conviction for not revealing gifts (Golf outings): As you know Taft was convicted (plead no contest) and, as a result had to pay a small fine, make a public apology (I never heard it) and is on probation. Yesterday, I heard on 610 radio that the Ethics Commission has discovered more unreported gifts. However (now get this), Taft cannot be prosecuted any further because of a plea agreement with the prosecutor that holds Taft harmless for additional ethics violations.

My questions: Did you ever hear of this plea agreement? Why would a prosecutor, who had an open and shut case, make such an agreement?

I live in SE Ohio.

[Pontiac]

Why would a prosecutor, who had an open and shut case, make such an agreement?

Because the defendant is the Governor of the State in which he resides.

More than likely the Prosecutor has political ambitions in the state.

Politicians are known for their long memories and vindictive attitudes.

They are also known to protect their own. I suspect that he saw the writing on the wall (someone may have pointed to him) “Take down Taft and you might as well leave this state if you want to pursue your political career.”