Chicago Tribune Wire Excerpt:Joe said he did nothing wrong which is true considering that representing corporations is business as usual for many politicians and it’s not illegal. Although the gridwork of corporate connections throughout nearly all levels of government is widespread, democrats are best to leave it as a Republican party line.
Wineke has insisted he did nothing wrong and said last month that he would not give up his position as a lobbyist or party chairman. He said Tuesday that he changed course because the issue was becoming a distraction within the party.
Chicago Tribune Wire Excerpt:It does say a lot and I’m glad Joe did the right thing and decided to stay with the Democratic Party. Thanks, Joe.
Katy Phillips, chairwoman of the Eau Claire County Democratic Party, said she was pleased with Wineke's decision. "I think he showed a lot of character stepping down from this position," Phillips said.
It's worth noting that the Janesville Gazette ran this story on page 3 in their Briefs column of the local section on Wednesday, but omitted 2/3's of the article. I guess that's why its called "Briefs." Had to go to the Chicago Tribune to find the full story.
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