The Speaker of the House of Commons has resigned in connection with a scandal involving apparent abuse of expenses. For the first time in three centuries, the speaker of the House of Commons has resigned — the biggest casualty in … Continue reading
Daily Archives: May 20, 2009
The Austin-American Statesman appears to take an immense interest in the dining habits of lobbyists and lawmakers here. With less than two weeks left in the Texas legislative session, lawmakers and Capitol aides are eating in a lot these days, often … Continue reading
The Federal Election Commission closed a case involving Sarah Palin’s clothing. Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington, the good-government group that filed the complaint, argued that candidates aren’t supposed to use donor money for personal expenses such as clothes. … Continue reading