Posted on 09/29/2006 4:55:09 AM PDT by Coop
The question of whether Rep. John Murtha is a crook or not is now definitive. Congressman John Murtha’s full 54-minute ABSCAM meeting is out.
An article in today’s American Spectator, based on the 54-minute video and scores of sworn testimony given by Murtha under oath, reveals a congressman anxious to cut a deal on his terms. The article includes a link to the full 54-minute video online. Here
Everyone would expect a congressman who had a near-fatal brush with the ABSCAM scandal to steer as far away from further controversy and ethical questions as possible. This has not been the case with Rep. John Murtha.
The most glaring question involves Murtha’s brother “Kit”… whose lobbying firm was the recipient of $20.8 million in fees for influencing Defense contracts in 2004. Murtha was and remains the ranking member of the Defense Appropriations subcommittee. LINK to story
Watchdog organization CREW has published its “Most Crooked Congressional Members” report, naming Murtha as a dubious member of the group. LINK to CREW report
There are many other incidents where Murtha’s actions are more than questionable; however, the real question remains whether PA’s District 12 voters will re-elect their crooked congressman.
Do you really think that will help, or will it hurt...will PA-12 voters understand his corruption or get caught up in the "investment in the district" verbiage?
What is the latest poll?
Murtha's Purple Heart for a 'Broken Toenail?' Democrat Says Yes
http://www.cnsnews.com/ViewPolitics.asp?Page=/Politics/archive/200609/POL20060929a.html
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