John Doe Development – Wink Begins to Sing Sentencing Delayed

[hue]

http://www.politiscoop.com/us-politics/wisconsin-politics/1384-john-doe-development-wink-begins-to-sing-sentencing-delayed.html

Madison – Both the prosecution and defense have jointly asked to delay the sentencing of Darlene Wink. Wink, is a former aide to Gov. Scott Walker who was charged as part of an on-going John Doe corruption probe.

Wink was scheduled to be in court tomorrow and sentenced for the crimes she committed while working for then County Executive Scott Walker. Wink held the position of director of constituent services for Scott Walker while he was county executive, and had earlier agreed to assist prosecutors in the corruption probe. Earlier this year, she pleaded guilty to two misdemeanor counts of doing campaign work while being paid by taxpayers as Walker’s aide.

Milwaukee County assistant district attorney Bruce Landgraf said the state had enough evidence to charge Wink with felonies, but chose to reduce the charges in exchange for her assistance in other cases related to the probe. Landgraf mentioned testimony regarding digital evidence that was destroyed, and testimony against another Walker aide, Tim Russell. Russell has been charged for embezzling money from a fundraiser, which was to go to wounded American Veterans. Governor Scott Walker was only disappointed when he learned Russell had been charged.

With the sentencing now put on hold, it appears something has taken a turn in the case, which could be that Wink has more to say, or prosecutors have come across additional evidence that Wink would have first-hand knowledge of. Either way, it is not looking good for Scott Walker, who has dumped a quarter of a million dollars into paying lawyers to help him “cooperate”.

[postulater]

1. If I prayed, this is one thing I would put on top of my list.

We need a little kick to help people realize what Walker is really like.

Most Republicans think he is just like any other old-time Republican, but he's an entirely different breed.

[Jackpine Radical]

2. Like someone said, it ain't over until

--uh--will I be in deep shit around here for sexism & poidism if I finish that quote?

[hue]

3. Her next hearing is scheduled July 17th for her sentencing.