[TomGuy]

So who got what? Name names, I'm all eyes.

Why do you think any person would spend $Millions to run for an elective position that pays around $150,000.00 per year in salary? Yet, many of the 435 in the House and 100 in the Senate have. Why?

[Smokin' Joe]

First, they spend other people's money. Haven't you seen the contribution forms?

Second, check out the benefits and the retirement program!

No Social Security for these guys.

Most of the Congress were millionaires when they ran for office. Money begets money.

But you still have not shown me even one name of someone in Congress who is getting perks from an oil company. For all I know, any perks they are getting (aside from the generous package they have voted themselves from our pockets) came from the chicken pluckers union.

[quant5]

Because you have the best access to inside information and there are no restrictions on private investment. Many wonder how the Clinton’s went from $2 M in total assets after Arkansas to $100 M now. Writing books and guest speaking do not create $98 M in wealth. Every politician elected into office (including family & friends) should not be able to invest in energy or food or defense when election and two years prior to leaving office. Then you would see true free markets in energy and food. Until then, enjoy the fleecing :(