It’s a Jackson 5!

The newest story out of the Hot Rod story is that Jesse Jackson Jr. is allegedly Candidate #5 in the list of those involved with the “pay-to-play” charge.

From all the current evidence, JJJ is not actually accused of anything, but there were alleged conversations by an “emissary” who hoped that JJJ would raise funds for Blago.

I’m a fan of JJJ, and I really hoped he would run for mayor. He chose to stay in Congress and with the new Senate seat in play, I thought he’d make a great choice.

But as much as I admire him, I don’t think – under this cloud – he would be the best choice. I don’t necessarily think he’s guilty, but it certainly doesn’t look good.

Hot Rod in the City

Last week, Rod Blagojevich stated that he thought George Ryan should be set free from prison.

Two days ago, Rod Blagojevich stated that there was nothing but sunshine over his head and dared the Feds or anyone else to tape him.

Apparently, they took him up on his offer.

Yesterday, Rod Blagojevich was arrested and charged (I prefer indicted) with trying to sell Barack Obama’s vacated Senate seat, among other things.

I’m sure he’s hoping that someone will ask President Obama to set him free in a couple of years.

But I doubt it.

Wonder if those are storm clouds over his head.