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[madbaker]

Politicians breaking campaign promises. Especially those that involve cash.

I'm shocked, shocked to discover that those who promised to clean things up changed their minds once they were in power. That has never happened before.

What I'm reading: Patrick Rothfuss, Name of the Wind

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[albionwood.livejournal.com]

I wondered how Pelosi thought she could get that done. Making promises about someone else's behavior always seems like a dangerous business. On the other hand, there is some good news - 31 Reps actually did provide lists of their earmarks. How many did so in previous years? If CNN and others continue to report on this, maybe we'll see continuing improvement. I would have liked to see a list of those Reps who did comply - they should be singled out for praise. (It might be interesting to see the partisan breakdown, too... to see if there is any indication that Dems are more open than Repubs.)

"... we will give the American people the leadership they deserve."

Arguably, we have it.

[madbaker.livejournal.com]

If they had moved immediately while there was some sense of shame, before the power and control kicked in, then the Dems might have had a chance. Assuming that they really wished to change, of course.

I don't know if there's a partisan breakdown on openness - that would be interesting to see. Also if there's a division based on seniority, which strikes me as more likely.

Anyway, I'll give full credit to those few who actually did comply. Whichever party they belong to.

"Shocked?!!?"

[fionnbharro.livejournal.com]

Emil the Croupier: "Your key to the Executive Washroom, Sir!"

[shadowwalkyr.livejournal.com]

If you're shocked by that, I've got a bridge in New York City up for auction on eBay. . . .