Obama Less than Forthcoming

RNC CHAIRMAN RESPONDS TO PRESIDENT-ELECT OBAMA’S COMMENTS

REGARDING GOVERNOR BLAGOJEVICH

WASHINGTON – Republican National Committee (RNC) Chairman Robert M. “Mike” Duncan released the following statement today.

“President-elect Barack Obama continues to provide less than forthcoming answers to simple questions related to Governor Rod Blagojevich. While it is encouraging that the President-elect has stated his office will disclose contacts with the scandal-ridden governor, it remains disappointing that his actions are in response to political pressure. Americans expect the highest degree of transparency from their elected leaders, rather than promises of openness on the campaign trail.”