Will Rezko provide the information that finally dismantles the fabled Chicago Machine?
We shall see. I agree with Ed, the target must be Mayor Richard Daley, because that is where the root of all th corruption begins.
The feds are likely much more focused on Blagojevich and Mayor Richard Daley than Barack Obama, though, as they have attempted to crack the walls of corruption surrounding the Chicago Machine for several years. Patrick Fitzgerald may only have a few more months as a US Attorney, and he wants to complete his mission before a new president appoints someone else in his position.
If Rezko turns state’s evidence, Blagojevich had better start preparing his resignation letter. If he gets indicted, he’ll be the second straight Illinois governor to face prosecution for abuse of power in office. I’m guessing that Blagojevich is only a secondary target, though, and that the primary target of this investigation is Richard Daley himself. Blagojevich couldn’t have gotten elected dogcatcher without Daley’s assistance, and for that matter, neither could Barack Obama.
October 7, 2008 - 02:01 PM on October 7th, 2008
Chicago is still run by crinimals its still a hang out for hoods
October 7, 2008 - 02:03 PM on October 7th, 2008
Yes and Chicago is fertile grounds for corrupt Community Organizers to rise to political office.