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Catty. Chatty. And Occasionally Trashy.

Jan 30
Hillbilly Lobbying in Austin

The receptions are gearing up. Faithfully attended by you poor staffers that get a free meal and a few drinks, the lobbyists and organizations are trying to draw your bosses out more. Perks such as scholarships and massages are now on the agenda at these events, but not for you staffers.

"I wouldn't want to take off my shoes and show off my unmanicured feet," said Rep. Donna Howard, D-Austin. "My door is open. I don't expect a manicure to listen to people." Frankly, we're so disturbed by the mental image of Rep. Howard's jacked-up feet we'd like to offer her a mani-pedi on us. There are no strings attached, as usual we have no agenda...but we firmly believe you shouldn't walk around with claws and hooves.

Compared to Tom DeLay's trips to Europe on the lobbyists dime, a foot massage at the Four Seasons seems tacky and like someone just isn't trying anymore.

PinkDome at 7:38 AM
 
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