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October 4, 2008

The Local Reaction: Jefferson-Moreno Runoff

The Choice.
The Choice.
U.S. Rep. William Jefferson overcame the stigma of a federal bribery indictment in Louisiana’s Democratic primary on Saturday, garnering enough votes in his New Orleans-based congressional district to secure a spot in a Nov. 4 runoff.

Jefferson, seeking his 10th term in Congress, faces a December trial on charges that he took bribes, laundered money and misused his congressional office for business dealings in Africa.

What do you think?

“I’m not sure if she’s qualified. How big is her freezer?”
–C. Elgin Taylor, Flambeau, Bucktown

“Does Moreno have any crooked brothers or sisters? That might help.”
–Michael Duplass, Insurance Adjuster, Northshore

“A choice between two unappealing candidates? Just another sign that life in New Orleans is getting back to normal.”
–Gina Chavet, Travel Agent, Garden District

“William Jefferson? I thought I was voting for Normal Robinson!”
–Maureen Francis, Nurse, Gentilly

“Don’t blame me. I voted for Duke.”
–Lena Schiro, Retired Substitute Teacher, Mid-City

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