Former senator is well-connected in Obama administration
(NEWSER) - Nobody is wired into Washington like Tom Daschle. If he survives the controversy, he’ll enter office with a web of allies and former aides inside the Beltway and the White House, the Washington Post reports. During Daschle’s 30 years in Congress, including 10 as Senate Democratic leader, a cadre of acolytes formed. “This is notable for the breadth and scope and number,” a former Clinton staffer said. More»