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Now you know why

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There are 435 congressional delegates in the House, 100 in the Senate; 535 total.

There are more than 35,000 registered lobbyists in Washington, more than 65 lobbyists for each congressional delegate.

My ass is being gored.  So is yours.

 

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The ultimate 'Catch 22' by Michael McCoy on Friday, Sep 5, 2008 at 11:24:14 PM