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Rod Blagojevich's Birthday

Season 4 • 12/10/2008

It's a terrible year to have a birthday if you're a corrupt politician.

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Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich is arrested on corruption charges. It's going to take a huge bribe to get him out of this one.
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Intro - 12/10/08
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On Notice - Forgiveness
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Richard Haass
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Rod Blagojevich's Birthday
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Governor, you really shouldn't have told anyone about last year's birthday wish to get away with your crimes.
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Stephen Eats Ghost Ribs
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