I disagree. The previous occupant of that seat was Adam Clayton Powell -easily, if not MORE corrupt than Mr. Rangel.
Employers of congressmen from many other districts weighed in on his conduct and he
” was eventually removed from his seat by the Democratic members-elect of the 90th Congress following allegations of corruption.”
Its easy to blame our fellow American’s in his district...but frankly the corruption is heavy and legitimate contenders find the air healthier outside his district. Which is why pressure form outside needs to be brought to bear.