NeoConnections / Because Love Isn’t Rational

Entire Thompson Family Enjoys Lobbyist Gravy Train

Fred Thompson’s sons, though young and inexperienced (but still older than his new wife…) were able to land some sweetheart lobbying jobs due to Dad’s position in the Senate…

Good for them. If he becomes Prez, they’ll really be able to cash in!

http://www.nytimes.com/2007/07/02/us/politics/02thompson.html?ex=1183953600&en=2bad107c149eed63&ei=5099&partner=TOPIXNEWS

72% of Americans Think Founding Fathers Would Be Disappointed in the US Today

A recent CBS news poll says that the majority of Americans think the country is on the wrong track…

http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2007/06/30/opinion/polls/main3002337.shtml