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America's Disgraced Politicians: Where Are They Now?

Related Link Does sexual indiscretion matter any more By John Fea

[Former Alabama Governor Robert] Bentley's rise and fall is hardly unique in American politics, where abuse of power, misuse of government funds and, of course, sex scandals are as common as flag pins on lapels. What the public may not know, however, is what disgraced politicians do after they've been pushed from office. Here, we've taken a look at what nineteen of the most scandal-laden pols who are still alive and kicking in 2017 have gone on to do with themselves following their crash-landings. And judging by the list, there's still hope for you, Robert Bentley.

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