Burkle wasn't giving to both parties at the time, except for a couple congressman (Jerry Lewis in 1984 and 1990, Bob Hammock in 1990 and 1992, and Charles Bader in 1992). He definitely was supporting the Democrats for California government. Through 1992, he gave a total of $11,000 to Republicans and $78,000 to Democrats. From there on out, it was strictly Democrat, except a token amount to Pete Wilson for President and David Dreier.
If you didn't know this, you are politically naive. No offense intended.
ROFL! Whatever! Check the dang filings yourself. They hardly represent balanced giving, especially for a so-called Republican.
The "business" is essentially non-partisan and non-idealogical. It is pragmatic, hoping to better their own/its own self-interest.
The "business" was not the one giving the donations; these were contributions from an individual, specifically one Ronald W. Burkle. His "business" was a public company and any donations would be reported separately. If you don't know this, you are sorely misinformed. No offense intended.
I guess you missed the Republicans caught up in lobbying scandal recently. And of course the democrats are just as bad, probably worse.
I oppose sleazy operators, no matter the party. And why are you here on a conservative forum defending one of the scummiest guys around?
"And why are you here on a conservative forum defending one of the scummiest guys around?"
Not defending him. Merely pointing out what I pointed out.
Said nothing about "balanced" giving, either.
Like you, I oppose sleazy operators from any party. I have watched quite a few, from local on up.
Being corruptable is almost a pre-requisite for politics.