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State Sen. Don Olson Is Mystery "Senator A"
From the Anchorage Daily News:
The indictment identifies the senator Cowdery was trying to influence only as "state Senator A," but [Cowdery's attorney Kevin] Fitzgerald said that person is Donny Olson, D-Nome, who at the time was running for lieutenant governor.The document describes a series of phone calls as well as a June 25, 2006, breakfast meeting. Olson, Cowdery and Veco chief executive Bill Allen met at the Sunshine Grill in Anchorage, Olson's lawyer, Paul Stockler of Anchorage, said this morning.
[Late Update]: Gov. Sarah Palin (R) has called for Cowdery to resign from the Alaska Senate.
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In June, Olson, through his attorney, stated he is not a target, and has been cooperating for some time with the Feds. His attorney claims to have a written deal with the Feds.
July 10, 2008 6:54 PM | Reply | Permalink
"The indictment identifies the senator Cowdery was trying to influence..."
Since when has an attempt, or even a success, to influence a Senator been a crime, or even improper?
There is something missing from this article - namely whether or not something of value (a bribe) was offered to influence that influence.
July 11, 2008 8:25 AM | Reply | Permalink
According to the article, $25,000.00.
July 11, 2008 9:04 AM | Reply | Permalink
Palin only wants Cowdery to resign?!? Well, she's magnanimous, ain't she?
July 11, 2008 11:42 AM | Reply | Permalink
Where is the Sunshine Grill?
July 11, 2008 11:46 AM | Reply | Permalink