It’s nothing new to discover that a politician is residing in a lobbyist’s pocket, but this is ridiculous. Here’s the AP, reporting on how new House Majority leader John Boehner is living in a lobbyist’s basement:
WASHINGTON - House Majority Leader John Boehner rents a basement apartment from a lobbyist whose clients had an interest in legislation overseen or sponsored by Boehner, according to lobbying records.The article continues:
Seymour, the Boehner spokesman, said the rental price of the apartment represented a fair market value, based on similar rental costs in the area near the U.S. Capitol.Oh okay, that’s alright, then. As long as he’s paying fair market value then there’s no possible reason to worry, here. But then, on second thoughts...
Lobbyist: Well, John, do I have your vote, or do I have to cut off your hot water, again?
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