1/3 of Bush Money Pioneers Got Government Appointments. We Knew It.

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By Sharon Theimer Associated Press Writer
Published: Nov 18, 2004

WASHINGTON (AP) - One-third of President Bush's top 2000 fund-raisers or their spouses were appointed to positions in his first administration, from ambassadorships in Europe to seats on policy-setting boards, an Associated Press review found.

The perks for 246 "pioneers" who raised at least $100,000 also included overnight stays at the White House and Camp David, parties at the White House and Bush's Texas ranch, state dinners with world leaders and overseas travel with U.S. delegations to the Olympics and other events, the review found.

Top fund-raisers say the real charm of the rewards was getting the chance to rub elbows with the president.

"All of us in politics, we've done so many parties and receptions it's old hat to us," said David Miner, a North Carolina textile executive and state lawmaker who helped raise more than $100,000 for Bush in 2000. He was rewarded with invitations to the White House, the vice presidential mansion and Bush's ranch.

http://ap.tbo.com/ap/breaking/MGBM1HGIP1E.html

[Lefty48197]

1. What is the going rate for an ambassadorship this time around?

Can we use the money to offset Georgie's debt, or will he just give it to other rich friends of his?

[ClintonTyree]

2. Cons? Selling the Lincoln Bedroom?

It seems like I remember a great hue and cry from the Cons about this type of activity during the Clinton years. I'm sure the circimstances are TOTALLY different. The Cons wouldn't be hypocrites, no way! :eyes: