Reformed convict part of Petters probe

[Avidor]

Source: Star Tribune

Federal election records show Vennes gives liberally to conservative political organizations and candidates. In 2006, he and his family were the top contributors to U.S. Rep. Michele Bachmann. This year, he's given her campaign $4,600.

Bachmann chief of staff Michelle Marston acknowledged Friday that Bachmann was one of several political officials approached by Vennes for a recommendation for a pardon from President Bush for his 1986 crime. Bachmann wrote a letter in favor of consideration last year but withdrew it Thursday after learning of new allegations, Marston said.

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[Ian David]

1. Teen Challenge sucks.

They used their money to rent one of the most expensive billboards in Boston to say, "Keep Chirst in Christmas," rather than... I don't know... using it to help teens.

[pattmarty]

2. We all know how Republicans help teens, can you say Foley?