Former Gov. Rod Blagojevich's brother solicited U.S. Sen. Roland Burris for up to $10,000 in campaign cash before Blagojevich named Burris to the coveted post -- something Burris initially failed to disclose under oath before an Illinois House impeachment panel, records and interviews show.You'll want to read the whole article.Roland Burris is an Chicago Democratic Machine hack to the core.For a greater understanding of Operation Board Games.
Burris acknowledges being hit up for the money in a new affidavit he has sent to the head of the House committee that recommended Blagojevich be removed from office.
The affidavit is dated Feb. 5 -- three weeks after Burris was sworn in to replace President Obama in the Senate.
Saturday, February 14, 2009
Blago hit up Burris for cash: Blago's Brother Asks Burris for Campaign Cash
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