Common Cause/NY: Reform the Bribery Statute
NEW YORK, NY (12/05/2022) (readMedia)-- In response to news that a federal judge in Manhattan dismissed bribery and corruption charges against former Lt Governor Brian Benjamin, Susan Lerner, Executive Director of Common Cause/NY, issued the following statement:
"The Supreme Court's absurd and ridiculous decision in McDonnell vs. the United States is the gift that keeps on giving for public officials like Brian Benjamin, and a black eye to the public's common sense understanding of corruption. With trust in government at record lows, the NYS Legislature and Congress must step in and clarify the bribery statute."
Common Cause of New York
Susan Lerner, 212 691 6421
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