Charles Bernard "Charlie" Rangel is the U.S. Representative for New York's 15th congressional district, serving since 1971.
So why is he above the law?
From the Huffington Post:
The congressional panel, sitting as a jury, found that Rangel had used House stationery and staff to solicit money for a New York college center named after him. It also concluded he solicited donors for the center with interests before the Ways and Means Committee, leaving the impression the money could influence official actions.
He also was found guilty of failing to disclose at least $600,000 in assets and income in a series of inaccurate reports to Congress; using a rent-subsidized New York apartment for a campaign office, when it was designated for residential use; and failure to report to the IRS rental income from a housing unit in a Dominican Republic resort.
In the real world, this means he used company property on company time. He offered company stock in exchange for favors. Lied about his expense account. Misused company facilities. And he evaded taxes.
Why isn't he facing jail time?
If he worked for anyone else, he would have lost his job and the company would be taking him to court. And most likely they would have him up on criminal charges.
The only thing I can conclude is that, just like everything else, the congressional motto remains "do as I say, not as I do."
We have to hold these people accountable. Contact your congressmen and let them know you do not approve. http://www.contactingthecongress.org/
May The Force Be With You.
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