UhOh, more post-Feb 2001 DeLay-Abramoff chumminess. This from the Times, April 3rd, 2002 …
Mr. Abramoff’s rising influence is also illustrative of another trend in lobbying: success can be built on a strong relationship between a lobbyist and a single, powerful lawmaker. His interest in raising money for Republicans and conservative causes is the foundation of Mr. Abramoff’s relationship with Mr. DeLay, who is determined to meld the lobbyists on K Street here into the Republican Party’s political, legislative and fund-raising operations.
Mr. Abramoff described the bond this way: “We are the same politically and philosophically. Tom’s goal is specific — to keep Republicans in power and advance the conservative movement. I have Tom’s goal precisely.”
Mr. Norquist, who is friendly with both men, said of Mr. Abramoff, “He walks in to see DeLay and DeLay knows that he is representing clients whose views are in sync with DeLay’s views.”
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