Who is the real Roland Burris? If you look at his headstone he is a trailblazer who has selflessly served the people of Illinois for years. I thought ex Gov Blago picked a Teflon clad guy in Burris. If you look back upon his career it appears scandal free.
As we watched Roland get hammered from every corner it appeared he was a legitimate choice and not even Blago could screw this one up. During questioning Roland Burris told Illinois legislators that he had no contact with anyone related to former Gov. Blagojevich and his alleged scheme to sell that same senate seat? Roland scores the seat and time to move on...
But wait just one minute.... Now Roland Burris has said that, as a matter of fact, he actually did have such contact? Now Burris recalls that he did have contact with Blago's ex Chief of Staff who is now indicted and probably looking forward to some quiet time in the Governors ward of Wisconsin Federal Prison. It appears that Burris did try to do some fundraising for Blago but must have had amnesia when asked during his confirmation process about any contact...
It looks like we will have to see what the ethics investigation produces as Roland has publicly stated that he will no longer answer questions regarding this ordeal.
I have never been one to judge someone before they have had their day in court. I would be interested in what the next inscription on Rolands headstone will be. Any suggestions?
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