Illinois Governor Tried to Sell Obama's Senate Seat.

[agzg]

I think people that live near his Chicago home should go put coal in his mailbox on Christmas. He lives on the North Side, right?

As far as the "boo hoo" comment, which I ignored until I realized that you're not actually being an ignorant prick, PM_Mama, I know Detroit's really gotten it pretty bad in the media and on GC, however I think we can all agree that most of us, especially those of us in the midwest, are scared shitless about the possible demise of the Auto Industry. Chicagoans are going to be far more affected than we know. Let's try to be friendly with one another for a little bit, hmm? It's the holiday season.

[AGDee]

The irony is, for us in Detroit, Chicago is a popular weekend destination! We love Chicago, look at Chicago and think "Why didn't they do this with Detroit???" There has been a stigma attached to being from Detroit for as long as I can remember, even in other parts of Michigan! When I was a kid and we went on vacations in northern Michigan, as young as 7 or 8 years old, I remember noticing that people physically took a step back when you said you were from Detroit. I learned at that young age to say "near Detroit" or just say the actual city name rather than say "Detroit" because the reaction was so strong. Sad...

[DaemonSeid]

Slightly used Senate Seat - $500000 (WDC)
Reply to: sale-951993431@craigslist.org [?]
Date: 2008-12-09, 9:58PM EST






For Sale/Barter,

Slightly used United States Senate seat. Only one owner this term, though rarely present -- like new. Illinois ties preferred.

Must be willing to barter 1/2 million in monetary compensation, and employment (either government or nonprofit, preferably the latter) for myself and my wife. I'd like to do this for more than recognition. Please don't relegate me to the the "free" postings. This is too valuable for that.

Union friendly, would not like corporate work (like BofA).

Let's make sure we do all negotiations by telephone.

Email for more info.

"Hot" Rod B.
Springfield, IL





Location: WDC
http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/d...951993431.html


and reply:


Hi,

My name is Sid and I am very interested in the seat that you described in the offer. Me and my gal pal Sarah was looking to buy a house in DC but at the last minute the deal fell thru. So, I was wondering what it would take to purchase said seat. I have no problems with the money as a matter of fact, my wife Cindy can front the cash but I don't want any paper trails left behind. I also want to make sure that if I purchase said seat that I can have a like minded individual to use it.

But, I have a few questions about this seat:

1. What color is it?

2. What kind of material is used for it? Is it real leather or faux leather?

3. When you say 'used' how used was it?

4. What is the proximity of the seat from the Senate floor? In other words, if I (exscuse me soory!)...I mean, if my associates use the chair is it far enough back to permit naps during sessions without getting caught and does it have easy access to the men's room?

5. Is the area handicap accessible?


Lastly will you be available today? I asked Cindy to run to the bank and get the money and I could meet you today as I would like to pay upfront in full.


Give me a call on 1-800-MAVERICK

Thanks....

JSM

[honeychile]

Originally Posted by KSigkid

Does that excuse it, though? I mean, this is blatant and pretty disturbing. Politically, this is near the top of the "naughty" list (to stay in the spirit of the holiday season). The only thing that might save it is that it was so blatant that there was little chance he would get away with it.

Not at all, and I'd never say that it did.

Originally Posted by alphagamzetagam

I think people that live near his Chicago home should go put coal in his mailbox on Christmas. He lives on the North Side, right?

I'm sure I could get you the exact address, should you want it. I don't think "around the corner from Bill & Rhonda" would work.