Former Dem Senator Evan Bayh goes to work for the Chamber of Commerce

[Playinghardball]

Source: Raw Story
By Sahil Kapur

WASHINGTON – Former Democratic Sen. Evan Bayh of Indiana has signed with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce as an adviser, becoming the latest of many members of Congress to embrace lobbying after retiring.

"I'm pleased to report that the Chamber has recently enlisted former White House Chief of Staff Andy Card and former Senator Evan Bayh who will carry a bipartisan message on regulatory reform out around the country through a 'road show' of speeches, events, and media appearances at various local venues," wrote Chamber president Tom Donohue in a memo to the Board of Directors, Supporters and Friends.

The former senator, who relinquished his seat this January, will be part of a team warning of the "impacts of over-regulation on small businesses and entrepreneurs." (The Chamber is by far the top spender on lobbying and represents many of the largest corporations in the country.)

More at: http://www.rawstory.com/rs/2011/06/07/former-dem-senator-evan-bayh-goes-to-work-for-the-chamber-of-commerce/

[provis99]

1. is anyone surprised by how scummy Bayh is?

I figured when he became Senator, it was just a stepping stone on his way to becoming a corporate lobbyist. He was totally unprincipled.

[Bozita]

2. A reminder that the class war is ongoing and escalating on many fronts

Surely it's because Evan needs the money.

[mod mom]

3. perfect fit. Both not on the side of working people.

[hedgehog]

4. Any one else recall that Bayh was being put forward as a candidate for VP?