Joseph Bruno was found guilty in his New York corruption trial today. Joseph L. Bruno, the former Senate majority leader and a towering figure in state politics, was found guilty on Monday afternoon of failing to disclose hundreds of thousands of dollars worth of gifts disguised as consulting fees from a businessman who sought grants […]
Category: New York
Bruno jury still deliberating
The jury in the case of Joseph Bruno is still deliberating, according to this report. The jury deliberating in the trial of Joseph L. Bruno reheard testimony Monday from two former Senate officials, one of whom was Bruno’s adviser on ethics matters and one who had been a finance secretary.
New York’s campaign finance system
This editorial supports campaign finance reform for New York. Before next year’s election, voters must demand that their representatives pass a sweeping reform of New York’s corrupt campaign finance system. Until that happens, “pay to play” will be the real law in Albany.