Monday, January 16, 2012

"Plus ça change, plus c'est la même chose."

Tonight's episode of Downton Abbey (Season 2, Episode 2) made reference to the Marconi Scandal. Ever hear of it?

Well, maybe not. But you've probably heard of something very similar in recent weeks. Members of Congress profiting from stock trades that they make with inside information. Remember the Steve Kroft interview of Nancy Pelosi? (LINK)

"The more things change, the more they remain the same."