Abramoff Gets 70 Months

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Abramoff Gets 70 Months

April 3, 2006 | ISSUE 42•13

Corrupt lobbyist Jack Abramoff was sentenced to 70 months in prison for his role in defrauding Indian tribes, tax evasion, and conspiracy to bribe public officials. What do you think?

I'd be psyched to have Abramoff as my cellmate. Imagine the gifts you'd get.

Rick Simms
Systems Analyst
I guess we can expect to see a lot more brown-bag egg-salad sandwiches and Lunchables in Congress.

Danielle Evans
Mayoral Aide
Why are you asking me?! I don't know the guy! Never met him!

Todd Cole
Phlebotomist

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