The GSA Scandal

I apologize for being a little late to the scene on the latest scandal. In between computer problems and traveling, I forgot to write something on the improper use of an arm of the government to be used for political purposes (except for that whole U.S. Attorney thing, which is so easy to write about). Though when I saw the video of the excruciating, yet amusing testimony of GSA head Lurita Doan, I just had to throw this up.

The basic facts on the story are this: Lurita Doan held a luncheon on government time where Jennings from the White House Political Office did a power-point presentation on how the GSA can help win crucial battles for Republicans in 2008. At the end of the presentation, Lurita was heard by several people (including her own press liaison) that she wanted the GSA to do whatever it takes to help win elected offices for the Republican party. The GSA can be effective in this matter because they dole out federal contracts.

Here we have Congressman Bruce Braley (D-IA) grilling Doan on her inappropriate use of the GSA: