Updated: Daschle Withdraws; Didn't these guys have to fill out an application?

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Originally Posted by 12thMan

Neither do I, usually. But when was the last time we saw an incoming administration with such high expectations? And when was the last time we combed through each cabinet selection with a fine tooth comb? Not in my lifetime, that's for sure.

No, I'm not suggesting that the President is responsible for these folks' actions, but I do think his theme has taken somewhat of a hit.

As far as Dems taxing the rich and cheating on their taxes? Yeah, I'm sure this is true across the board.

Does anyone know how these issues have been discovered? 12th as far as I know all cabinet members are combed through pretty good I think he has just had bad luck with his last few choices. There's no way for president to know this info unless the person comes clean before they are picked.