http://www.freerepublic.com/tag/client9/ en-us Fri, 20 Mar 2009 00:55:49 GMT Focus Forum 15 http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-bloggers/2210371/posts ALBANY, N.Y. – Eliot Spitzer has a few words to say about the AIG bonus brouhaha: I told you so. The former New York governor battered American International Group with charges of corruption long before his own dizzying downfall in a prostitution scandal. He has used this latest financial scandal to strike his old populist, Sheriff of Wall Street themes and, just maybe, mend his reputation — though critics contend that he bears a share of the blame for the insurance giant's historic near-collapse. Spitzer says the AIG bonus issue is "penny ante" compared to the billions of the insurer's... ASSociated Press http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-bloggers/2210371/posts#comment Fri, 20 Mar 2009 00:55:49 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2208623/posts So now the Democrats want to tax benefits. Did they ever meet a tx that they did not like? Slate http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2208623/posts#comment Tue, 17 Mar 2009 22:30:58 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-chat/2185811/posts Members of designer Yigal Azrouel's team were none too happy to see luv Gov Eliot Spitzer's former fave call girl Ashley Dupre take a front row seat at his fashion show Friday. As for the photo taken backstage featuring Yigal and the Luv Gov's fave escort, Garcia Santana had this to say: "Yigal has never met her, doesn't know her. He has his picture taken with many people back stage. This is all very upsetting. The focus should be on the beautiful collection he presented." As for how Dupre ended up inside and front row center, Cutrone said, "Ashley was... DAILY NEWS http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-chat/2185811/posts#comment Sat, 14 Feb 2009 22:57:26 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2079330/posts NEW YORK, Sept. 10 (UPI) -- Two former racing employees have sued former New York Gov. Eliot Spitzer, claiming they were victims of a witch hunt when he was attorney general. Lawyers for Mario Sclafani, 51, who lives in Dutchess County in New York, and Braulio Baeza, 68, of West Virginia, say that Spitzer and others were involved in a malicious prosecution, the New York Daily News reported. Sclafani and Baeza were charged with taking bribes from overweight jockeys, but a judge threw out the case during trial in 2007. The suit filed in federal court names several employees of... upi via email no link http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2079330/posts#comment Wed, 10 Sep 2008 20:44:52 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2068180/posts Tania Hollander, 36, became the fourth and likely last person to plead guilty in the sex scandal that exposed Ashley Alexandra Dupré as former New York Gov. Elliot Spitzer’s high-priced call girl. The scandal led to Spitzer’s resignation and launched Dupre to national prominence. Hollander's lawyer described her as a minor character in the scandal, but she could face up to five years in jail. Hollander, 36, of Rhinebeck, N.Y worked as a booker for the Emperors Club VIP, the high-priced New Jersey-based call girl ring that eventually hired Dupre. Hollander told the court she began looking for work early... TheImproper.com http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2068180/posts#comment Tue, 26 Aug 2008 11:56:40 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2017074/posts The cooperation agreement reached between prosecutors and an employee of the call-girl ring known as Emperors Club VIP will come in handy should the Manhattan U.S. attorney, Michael Garcia, decide to charge Governor Spitzer with a crime. The woman, Temeka Rachelle Lewis, 32, who entered a guilty plea to money laundering and prostitution-related charges yesterday, would be a key witness against Mr. Spitzer if the former governor is charged in connection with patronizing an Emperors Club prostitute... Lewis, who booked clients for the call-girl service, had several phone conversations with Mr. Spitzer to hammer out the logistics of payment and... the Sun http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2017074/posts#comment Fri, 16 May 2008 21:49:11 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2011499/posts Before he became governor - or Client 9 - exiled Manhattan madam Andreia Schwartz says she was aware of Eliot Spitzer's sexual peccadilloes. "I first got to know Eliot Spitzer at a party of multimillionaires in the Hamptons," she revealed in an interview with Brazil's Sexy magazine. "At this time Spitzer was a prosecutor. A friend of mine had stayed with him, and he had certain demands, asking for strange things." She said the disgraced politician flirted with her, although she declined to provide details. "There are always those glances," she said. "But people speak too much." Schwartz once worked... NY Daily News http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2011499/posts#comment Mon, 5 May 2008 17:19:43 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2006507/posts Eliot Spitzer hit with further sex allegations By James Quinn in New York Last Updated: 8:46pm BST 24/04/2008 Eliot Spitzer, the former Governor of New York, has been hit by further allegations about his sexual predilections in the wake of the prostitution ring scandal that led to his downfall. Mr Spitzer is now being linked to a second prostitute Mr Spitzer, the former scourge of Wall Street who had been tipped as a possible future Democratic candidate for the White House, is being linked to a second woman who he allegedly paid for sexual services. According to reports in the... The Telegraph (UK) http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2006507/posts#comment Thu, 24 Apr 2008 20:45:26 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1986267/posts I went to law school in my late twenties because as a child of a blue collar worker, the law still held the allure of respect, riches, and opportunity that I would never have gotten as a teacher or insurance salesman. Law, Medicine, and Education back in those days were the automatic tickets to professional validation and upward mobility. I think one of those professions took a huge step backwards this week and not for what you may think. People go to law school for a variety of reasons but one of them is not because they couldn't be hair... The Uncommon Sense Blog http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1986267/posts#comment Sat, 15 Mar 2008 20:02:45 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1986204/posts Spitzer's Psyche by Joan Swirsky, Featured Writer March 15, 2008   “How could he be so stupid?” people ask of Eliot Spitzer, the NY State Governor who resigned on March 12th after being caught in a prostitution ring being investigated by the government. On the day before Valentine’s Day – so he could give his wife roses on February 14th? – he sneaked into the posh Mayflower Hotel in Washington, D.C., under an assumed name, spending $4,300 for a two-hour tryst with a hooker named “Kristen.” As details poured out, it became known that the governor was a longtime customer... New Media Journal http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1986204/posts#comment Sat, 15 Mar 2008 16:50:17 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1985810/posts Had New York Governor Eliot Spitzer reached out for the Gideon Bible in his fancy Washington, D.C., hotel room instead of, allegedly, a high-priced prostitute, he might have been forewarned of the dangers in such liaisons. Such as: "A prostitute is a deep pit; an adulterous woman is treacherous. She hides and waits like a robber, looking for another victim who will be unfaithful to his wife." (Proverbs 23:27-28) And: "For the lips of an immoral woman drip honey, and her mouth is smoother than oil; but in the end she is bitter as wormwood, sharp as a two-edged sword.... Townhall http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1985810/posts#comment Fri, 14 Mar 2008 20:43:30 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1984989/posts Had New York Governor Eliot Spitzer reached out for the Gideon Bible in his fancy Washington, D.C., hotel room instead of, allegedly, a high-priced prostitute, he might have been forewarned of the dangers in such liaisons. Such as: "A prostitute is a deep pit; an adulterous woman is treacherous. She hides and waits like a robber, looking for another victim who will be unfaithful to his wife." (Proverbs 23:27-28) And: "For the lips of an immoral woman drip honey, and her mouth is smoother than oil; but in the end she is bitter as wormwood, sharp as a two-edged sword.... Townhall.com http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1984989/posts#comment Thu, 13 Mar 2008 13:11:19 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1985762/posts It has been said that “he who lives by the sword shall die by the sword.” And in the case of Eliot Spitzer this couldn’t be more true. In his case it’s the political sword, as his enemies rejoice in his downfall. Most people, it seems, believe he got exactly what he deserved. The illegal tools of the state brought Spitzer down, but think of all the harm done by Spitzer in using the same tools against so many other innocent people. He practiced what could be termed “economic McCarthyism,” using illegitimate government power to build his political career on... U.S. House http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1985762/posts#comment Fri, 14 Mar 2008 18:14:00 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1985756/posts "If you are in a relationship, and it is 'doing absolutly [sic] nothing' for you, makes you feel bad about yourself of situations, just causing unessesary [sic] drama, and ruining things that you may actually care about . . . why would you want that in your life?" She wrote, "Surround yourself around people that [sic] are making moves, and doing what 'they want and love' with their lives, positive energy . . . that's what life all about . . . living." I feel a tear coming on. Two alternate pictures are emerging of Ashley. In one, she's a... New York Post http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1985756/posts#comment Fri, 14 Mar 2008 17:58:43 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-chat/1985728/posts A highly unauthorized "Real Men of Genius" parody clip just appeared on YouTube, sarcastically saluting Spitzer's "moral crusade against our so-called corrupted industry (radio)" and wondering what he did with the more than $40 million in settlements he exacted from radio. That one's off the air, but some stations continue to salute the Spitzer folly with promotions like Keymarket's in Pittsburgh. Its country "Froggy" uses the sounder from the old "Dragnet" TV show to give away copies of Sara Evans' greatest hits, which includes the tune "Cheatin'." Grand prize is two nights at the Super 8 near Cheat Lake, WV.... Radio-Info.com http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-chat/1985728/posts#comment Fri, 14 Mar 2008 17:15:57 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1985718/posts A call-girl has been ordered to testify about her tryst with Eliot Spitzer, the disgraced New York Governor, as prosecutors investigate whether he used campaign funds for his meetings with prostitutes. Ashley Alexandra Dupre , also known as Ashley Youmans, has received a subpoena to appear behind closed doors before an investigating grand jury hearing the case against the Emperors Club VIP prostitution ring, her lawyer said in court this week. The struggling singer was caught by an FBI phone-tap talking to an accused madam about her $4,300 encounter with a man identified as Client 9, now named as Mr... London Times http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1985718/posts#comment Fri, 14 Mar 2008 17:01:57 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1985680/posts So New York Governor Eliot Spitzer resigned because the FBI discovered he was sleeping with expensive call girls. America, predictably, went crazy. A man cheated on his wife! Quick, call all the pop psychologists and famous feminist authors, and book them for the morning talk shows! And I, a former booking agent at one of New York’s most exclusive escort agencies, just rolled my eyes. Remember that scene from Casablanca, when Captain Renault declares that he is shocked, shocked to find gambling going on — just as the croupier hands him his winnings? I keep thinking of that scene when... Pajamas Media http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1985680/posts#comment Fri, 14 Mar 2008 15:54:56 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1985573/posts ** EXCERPT ** ALBANY — Federal prosecutors are investigating whether Gov. Eliot Spitzer used campaign funds in connection with his meetings with prostitutes, including payments for hotels or ground transportation, three people with knowledge of the investigation said. Prosecutors have asked the governor’s lawyers about the travel arrangements for three trips, including his Feb. 13 rendezvous with a prostitute at the Mayflower Hotel in Washington. The United States attorney’s office in Manhattan has also asked about the governor’s use of car services during trips to Washington. The governor’s lawyers have begun consulting with a campaign finance expert who has long... NY Times http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1985573/posts#comment Fri, 14 Mar 2008 13:21:11 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1985448/posts NEW YORK - The collateral consequence of scandal often is newfound celebrity, and for the 22-year-old call girl involved in the Eliot Spitzer scandal, prospects are rising. The prostitute identified in court papers as Kristen is an aspiring musician named Ashley Alexandra Dupre. Her identity was only first reported Wednesday, but already her fame is skyrocketing. Msnbc.com http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1985448/posts#comment Fri, 14 Mar 2008 04:42:07 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-chat/1985434/posts This "commercial" is from an upcoming, not-yet-released episode of a internet radio show I do with some friends. I thought I would let Freepers with a sense of humor hear it first. WARNING: there is some naughty language. If you like it, send me 35 dollars... uh, I mean, go to paydayjones.com/radio and listen to your hearts content. The later shows are better. (#20, #22) If you are easily offended, and do not like 'blue' humor, the show is not recommended for you. Keep On Freepin' On. http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-chat/1985434/posts#comment Fri, 14 Mar 2008 03:25:22 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1985064/posts The richest man in Great Britain was a customer of the same high-end prostitution service patronized by Gov. Spitzer. The Duke of Westminster, listed as the world's 46th richest person by Forbes magazine, hired four hookers over a six-week stretch in late 2006 and early last year... Despite his incredible wealth, multi-billionaire Gerald Cavendish Grosvenor haggled with one of the Emperors Club girls for the cost of their date... Prostitute Zana Brazdek, then 26, described the 56-year-old Grosvenor as dull and demanding. The court documents that took down Spitzer and identified the disgraced governor at "Client 9" also included information... DAILY NEWS http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1985064/posts#comment Thu, 13 Mar 2008 15:18:39 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1984961/posts Federal investigators will pore over Gov. Spitzer's financial records - dating to his earliest days as New York's attorney general - before they decide whether, or how, to prosecute him, a law-enforcement source told The Post yesterday. The feds' desire to thoroughly examine Spitzer's bank, credit-card and other records dating as far back as 1999 is a key reason prosecutors are not rushing to cut a plea deal with him. That inquiry could take months, the source said. NY POst http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1984961/posts#comment Thu, 13 Mar 2008 11:46:52 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1984884/posts NEW YORK (AP) -- The call girl at the center of the prostitution scandal that prompted Gov. Eliot Spitzer to resign in disgrace has been identified as a 22-year-old aspiring musician who struggled in a broken home as a child. The New York Times reported that the real name of the woman - identified as "Kristen" in court papers alleging that Spitzer paid thousands of dollars for her services - is Ashley Alexandra Dupre. Don D. Buchwald, a New York lawyer, confirmed to The Associated Press that he represents Dupre, but he wouldn't comment further. Law enforcement officials have said... NEW YORK POST http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1984884/posts#comment Thu, 13 Mar 2008 05:00:49 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1984858/posts ELIOT SPITZER WAS NOT CAUGHT BY THE PATRIOT ACT: "Currency transaction reporting requirements were enacted in the Bank Secrecy Act of 1970, and money laundering was made a crime in overhaul of the federal narcotics laws that took place in 1986. Believe it or not, Karl Rove did not diabolically dream these provisions up to trap unwary Democrats, nor are they part of George W. Bush's post-9/11 Politics of Fear." Instapundit http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1984858/posts#comment Thu, 13 Mar 2008 03:52:10 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1984662/posts When Eliot Spitzer was New York attorney general, the man seemed to own the press, seizing headlines with every investigation on Wall Street -- or prosecution of high-end prostitutes on Staten Island. Now that The New York Times has reported on Gov. Spitzer's much more amicable relationship with a separate ring of expensive prostitutes, the press will for a time own him. Nor will public life be much better for Silda Wall Spitzer, Mr. Spitzer's wife. So let's take a moment to appreciate the last softball interview Ms. Spitzer is going to have for a while: a video tour, for... AdvertisingAge http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1984662/posts#comment Wed, 12 Mar 2008 22:03:37 GMT