Month: September 2010

Criticism of Office of Congressional Ethics

The Hill reports that Rep. Lucas has criticized the Office of Congressional Ethics. “I believe that nothing is gained by punishing members in the press before you review our office polices and documents,” he wrote, adding that “members will need more specific guidance if this general fundraising activity now creates the appearance of impropriety based […]

Westar update

Here’s an article with an update on matters involving Westar executives. Westar Energy Inc. said it will continue to pursue civil claims in arbitration against two Westar Energy Inc. executives who were accused of looting the Kansas utility, despite criminal charges being dropped. The Wichita Business Journal has more.