Massa: Corporate Money Not So Evil After All

In an all-too-expected turn of events, Eric Massa has come under fire for reversing what was one of the pillars of his 2008 campaign. Massa received $7,000 in corporate donations in November, following the announcement of his victory. This is in contrast to his constant criticism of GOP opponent Randy Kuhl, who was on the payroll of a number of large companies throughout his tenure as Representative. Massa had the following to say:

“It’s not fair ... to fight the battle so lopsidedly,” he explained. “No one criticized my opponent about him taking corporate donations. I’ll be darned if I’m the only person to set that example.”

That's a little like claiming its okay to steal cable because everyone else does, but no one should be surprised. Campaign promises are for winning elections, and corporate donations are for...um...winning elections. Fear not, though, as now Massa's conscience will only allow him to receive donations from righteous corporations, not evil ones like big oil and tobacco. For all his efforts, Massa receives our coveted 'Golden Flip-Flop Award' for the month of February.