From McClatchy Newspapers:
WASHINGTON — A former Justice Department political appointee blocked career lawyers from filing at least three lawsuits charging local and county governments with violating the voting rights of African-Americans and other minorities, seven former senior department employees charged Monday.
Hans von Spakovsky also derailed at least two investigations into possible voter discrimination, the former employees of the Voting Rights Section said in interviews and in a letter to the Senate Rules and Administration Committee. They urged the panel to reject von Spakovsky's nomination to the Federal Election Commission.
White House spokeswoman Emily Lawrimore said that von Spakovsky wouldn't comment on the latest criticism. She said he's "preparing a point-by-point rebuttal that will address these issues" and "looks forward to working with members of the Senate during the confirmation process." » read more
2 comments:
and who is Hans von Spakovksy?
(you have to scroll down to read civilrights.org's assessment of him)
Thanks, Patriot Girl. And that is why Bush put Spakovksy in a position. He was win-win for Bush in his reelection and with help of Bush's brain: Rove. Many people were disinfranchised from voting in the election, twice.
Post a Comment