Other ethics news

These news items are related but not specifically Executive Branch Government Ethics:

• Joseph L. Bruno, the former top Republican in New York State, found guilt of two counts of corruption and is facing up to 20 years and a $250,000 fine on each count. http://s.nyt.com/u/ig2

• Senator Max Bacus admits to recommending girlfriend for US Attorney slot.  The article discusses the political nature of appointment of US Attorneys.  http://www.nytimes.com/2009/12/06/us/politics/06baucus.html?scp=1&sq=US%20attorney&st=cse