Who was the infamous and controversial Congressman James Traficant?

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Former Congressman James Traficant, known for his controversial political career and conviction for bribery, passed away at the age of 73 following a critical tractor accident. Traficant served 17 years in Congress, where he garnered a reputation as both a corrupt figure and a charismatic personality. His unique blend of humor and scandal made him a memorable figure in Ohio politics, leaving a lasting impact on his constituents.

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http://www.npr.org/blogs/thetwo-way...es-traficant-dies-days-after-accident-on-farm

Former Rep. James Traficant, the Ohio politician whose career included 17 years in Congress and a conviction for bribery, has died at age 73. Traficant's family had been fearing for his life since earlier this week, when he was critically injured in a tractor accident.

yes, the guy was a crook but he was a funny crook.
 
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If I had stayed in my home town, he would have been my Congressman. oo)
 
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jtbell said:
If I had stayed in my home town, he would have been my Congressman
:))) Now seriously, imagine what a life!