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Enron E-mails Spotlight Political Contributions and Influence
Washington reports detail Enron emails from 2000 2001 showing how money from corporations flowed to lawmakers with power to grant favors. The House ethics committee reviews possible fund raising ties involving Rep Tom DeLay amid complaints from Rep Chris Bell. Enron officials discuss optimizing contributions and politicians seek credit for large donations, illustrating behind closed doors fundraising dynamics.
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Washington
Enron
Houston Energy Company
House
Tom DeLay
R-Texas
Larry Noble
Center For Responsive Politics
Texas
Chris Beth
Kansas Energy
Westar Energy Inc
DeLay
Bell
Tom Fitton
Judicial Watch
Rick Shapiro
Linda Robertson
Bush
Dick Cheney