BGA Demands Resignation of Governor.Blagojevich unfit to lead state CHICAGO -- Based on allegations contained in the Federal government's unsealed criminal complaint, as well as a history of felony felony (fĕl`ənē), any grave crime, in contrast to a misdemeanor, that is so declared in statute or was so considered in common law. convictions and corruption connected with his administration, the Better Government Association today called on Governor Rod R. Blagojevich to immediately resign and allow the business of the people of Illinois to move forward. Executive Director Jay Stewart Jay Stewart (real name Jay Fix September 6, 1918 - September 17, 1989) was an American television and radio announcer most famous for his work on several game shows. released the following statement: "It is sad that once again the great office of Illinois governor has been tainted taint v. taint·ed, taint·ing, taints v.tr. 1. To affect with or as if with a disease. 2. To affect with decay or putrefaction; spoil. See Synonyms at contaminate. 3. with corruption. Today, I have no choice but to call upon Governor Blagojevich to immediately resign. For too long, the citizens of Illinois have endured the daily drama of a chief executive more focused on his own welfare than on theirs. Today's indictment includes extensive recorded conversations that provide support for the government's allegations that this attitude of "where's mine" on the part of the governor was far worse than any of us could have imagined. The appointment of Barack Obama's successor will impact not only our state, but our nation as a whole. To find out that this Senate seat may have been for sale to the highest bidder HIGHEST BIDDER, contracts. He who, at an auction, offers the greatest price for the property sold. 2. The highest bidder is entitled to have the article sold at his bid, provided there has been no unfairness on his part. is truly astonishing a·ston·ish tr.v. as·ton·ished, as·ton·ish·ing, as·ton·ish·es To fill with sudden wonder or amazement. See Synonyms at surprise. . We need to have a Senator appointed who can help shepherd this nation through this critical juncture in history. We need a governor who can help lead this state through our troubled times. In short, we need Rod Blagojevich Milorad Blagojevich, commonly known as Rod R. Blagojevich (pronounced IPA: [blə.ˈgɔɪ.ə.ˌvɪtʃ] listen to step down immediately." |
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