Thursday, September 11, 2008

McConnell makes 'corrupt' list

The Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington (CREW) have released their list of the 20 Most Corrupt Members of Congress. I'm sad to report that our own Mitch McConnell made the list:

Sen. McConnell’s ethics issues stem from earmarks he has inserted into legislation for clients of his former chief of staff, lobbyist Gordon Hunter Bates, in exchange for campaign contributions as well as the misuse of his nonprofit The McConnell Center for Political Leadership at the University of Louisville.

You can read more about Mitch's shameful distinction by clicking here.