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Axelrod recants on Blagojevich; I don't
One of my commenters in the post below on Obama's' contact with Blagojevich had this to say: Axelrod clarified his statements yesterday afternoon. I think it would be appropriate to update this post to reflect the facts, as stated by the President-Elect's team. Of course, truth isn't as ...
Questions Arise About the Obama/Blagojevich Relationship
Questions Arise About the Obama/Blagojevich Relationship
blogs.abcnews.com — "Obviously like the rest of the people of Illinois I am saddened and sobered by the news... that came out of the US attorney's office today," said President-elect Obama this afternoon in Chicago, speaking of the criminal complaint against Democratic... (more) Questions Arise About the Obama/Blagojevich Relationship
 Axelrod: Obama has talked to Blago about replacement (video)
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Axelrod: Obama has talked to Blago about replacement (video)
youtube.com — From David Axelrod's appearance on Fox Chicago Sunday. (November 23, 2008)... (more) Axelrod: Obama has talked to Blago about replacement ...
Obama Met With Blagojevich in Chicago On Nov. 5 To Discuss Senate Seat
Obama Met With Blagojevich in Chicago On Nov. 5 To Discuss Senate Seat
gatewaypundit.blogspot.com — CHANGE YOU CAN BELIEVE IN--- "Obviously like the rest of the people of Illinois I am saddened... and sobered by the news that came out of the US attorney's office today... I had no contact with the governor or his office and so we were not, I was not ... (more) Obama Met With Blagojevich in Chicago On Nov. 5 To ...
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KATIE GRANJU: Axelrod recants on Blagojevich; I don’t. “So I’m supposed to believe that Axelrod ‘m…
Instapundit — ... KATIE GRANJU: Axelrod recants on Blagojevich; I don’t. “So I’m supposed to believe that Axelrod ‘misspoke’ when he said he knew that his boss had spoken with the governor? Because I don’t. Either Axelrod is lying or Obama is lying. That’s my position based on my knowledge of how politics works, and the evidence so far.” ...

Mr. Clean Looks Dirty to Me
Daily Punditknoxnews.com | Katie Allison Granju - A blog on the personal and political He should have told the truth, saying something like, “Yes, of course I’ve discussed who would take my vacant Senate seat with the governor, but I had absolutely no knowledge that the guy was at the same time attempting to illegally sell the seat to the highest bidder. That sickens me.” That’s what Obama should have said. I believe that he lied instead, which only makes him look guilty of something when he isn’t. Of course, ...

Obama/Blagojevich or Podcasts?
The Anchoress — ... true balm to my soul, and brought much healing to me, personally. But I’ll understand if you’re getting tired of my submersion in it, and if you really want me to, I’ll stick my head out and breathe in the Obama/Blagojevich scandal, but it does seem to me that the thing is being sufficiently covered throughout the blogosphere - and very interestingly, too -this timeline, for instance; is Obama beginning his presidency with a lie? this story seems to fly in the face of troublesome denial: ...

JustOneMinute — ... something he rarely did the last 22 months: he woke up at home in Chicago and had breakfast with his wife, Michelle, and his two young daughters, Malia and Sasha. He spent the day out of view, making thank you calls and meeting with transition advisers, a decision aides said was intended to draw a line between the campaign and the coming task of governing. They said he canceled fireworks at the Tuesday night celebration to underscore the seriousness of the moment. On the other hand, Axelrod is involved with this , having said on a talk show that Obama and Blagojevich had ...

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BlagojevichThe Mahablog
I don’t follow Illinois politics, but it appears Gov. Blagojevich could be a very naughty boy . People are innocent until proven guilty, but it seems there’s a solid cause that the governor is about as corrupt as governors get. I also agree with Josh — wish some of these ...