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Gonzales: Justice Department did 'tremendous job'
Gonzales: Justice Department did 'tremendous job'
Former Attorney General Alberto Gonzales spoke to CNN's Campbell Brown on Tuesday about his record at the Justice Department, including the firing of nine U.S. attorneys, allegedly for political reasons. Here are excerpts of the interview:
Gonzales lauds 'tremendous job' by his Justice Department
Gonzales lauds 'tremendous job' by his Justice Department
cnn.com — Former Attorney General Alberto Gonzales says the new administration will make mistakes, too. (more) Gonzales lauds 'tremendous job' by his Justice Department
Gonzo Blames "Tough Economy" For Struggle To Find A Job
Gonzo Blames "Tough Economy" For Struggle To Find A Job
tpmmuckraker.talkingpointsmemo.com — Last night, Alberto Gonzales continued his failing efort to rehabilitate his reputation, talking to CNN's Campbell Brown about his record at DOJ. Brown asked about the numerous findings that Gonzo had politicized the department, provoking the ... (more) Gonzo Blames "Tough Economy" For Struggle To Find A Job
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