pending his SECOND appeal on blatant corruption convictions, and the former Alabama Governor, Don Siegelman (D) had his belt and shoelaces removed IN THE DAMNED COURTROOM after sentencing, was handcuffed and shackled and NOT even given a few days to get his affairs in order. Never mind his appeal, which he is very likely to win.
Fuck. This.
Former Gov. George Ryan's conviction on corruption charges was upheld Tuesday but the once-powerful Republican got a reprieve from having to report to prison -- for now.
A federal appellate court late Tuesday allowed Ryan and his co-defendant, Larry Warner, to remain free for at least two more weeks as it weighs a further appeal from the former governor.
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