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I'd run a book if I could here and ask you to all place your bets, but as it is, we may as well keep a record of our predictions and see who turns out to be right.
russ_watters said:Does a plea bargan count as a conviction under your poll?
DeLay is the type that would go to each of their homes and strong arm them into voting for him (threats work great). He should work for the mob (if he doesn't already).Astronuc said:I just hope the people in his district - Texas's 22nd congressional district - vote for someone else next year - that is if DeLay is still eligible.
Actually, a few prominent Republicans down there near Sugarland would prefer to see DeLay go!SOS2008 said:DeLay is the type that would go to each of their homes and strong arm them into voting for him (threats work great). He should work for the mob (if he doesn't already).
As a scientist, I cannot definitively answer this question. The outcome of a trial is dependent on many factors, including the evidence presented and the decisions of the judge and jury.
There is evidence that Tom DeLay was involved in illegal campaign finance activities, including money laundering and conspiracy. This evidence includes witness testimony, financial records, and correspondence.
If Tom DeLay is convicted, he could face up to 20 years in prison for the charge of money laundering and up to 10 years for the charge of conspiracy. However, the actual sentence would be determined by the judge.
As of now, Tom DeLay's conviction has been overturned twice by higher courts and the case is still ongoing. The latest development is that the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals has reinstated the money laundering conviction, but the case is still pending in the lower court.
If Tom DeLay is ultimately convicted and sentenced, he will likely serve time in prison. However, there is always the possibility of appealing the conviction or seeking parole.