Posted on 08/18/2010 5:28:55 PM PDT by NormsRevenge
CHICAGO – "Blago on Trial, The Sequel" promises to be as circus-like and nearly as expensive as the first trial of the former Illinois governor. And in a state with a huge budget deficit, some people would prefer not to see it at all.
But the next round could also look different if prosecutors adjust their strategy after listening to jurors who deadlocked on all but one charge against Rod Blagojevich. And despite their defiance after the verdict, defense attorneys could offer a few surprises too — if they are still on the job.
Could prosecutors decide to call witnesses such as White House Chief of Staff Rahm Emanuel? Could the defense finally put Blagojevich on the stand?
Asked the latter question, Blagojevich attorney Sheldon Sorosky said, "The answer to that is, absolutely yes. It doesn't mean he will. But he could."
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Delay and obfuscate. Sooner or later the public’s attention wearies, and then quick deals are made, along with plenty of bribery spread all around.
They need to have the retrial in Texas... not Chicago.
Bring on RAHM....bring on REZKO....bring on Jesse Jr!!
I want to see Zer0 on the stand w/o TOTUS being refreshed in real time by the puppeteers behind him.
The Chicago mob will Bribe or Threaten a different juror....
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