| This is a small world.
Dustin Frost is managing Nels Swandal's campaign for the Montana Supreme Court?
Swandal was the original judge assigned to preside over the case involving allegations that State Senator Greg Barkus - yes, a Republican from Kalispell - after all of the judges in Flathead County recused themselves because they had exchange political favors with Greg.
You might recall that last fall Barkus launched his boat on the rocky edifices just south of Bigfork after a night drinking across the Flathead Lake in Lakeside.
Everyone on board suffered severe injuries, but Dustin Frost is lucky to be alive.
Swandal was taken off the case after his ties with, including campaign contributions to, Republicans in every walk of life were revealed.
Frost, fortunately recovered and went back to work with Rehberg several months ago.
Now. Barkus's attorney is using every trick up his sleeve to delay and dicker to save Greg from donning prison issue and spending time in Deer Lodge. Given the machinations between the GOP and those who preside over the criminal justice system, coupled with normal amount of judicial intrigue with political big shots, Barkus might just beat the rap.
Had Swandal remained on the case, resulting from alleged negligence that almost took Dustin Frost's life, he would be in the midst of the maneuvering behind the scenes.
Instead, Swandal is off the case and an announced candidate for the high court.
And, Frost, who is a bright and capable fellow, now leads Swandal's campaign.
Go figure. What are the odds?
Or, is this simply a coincidence?
What next? Swandal wins (God forbid). Rehberg runs for Governor in 2012 and wins (OMG!). Frost selected as chief of staff.
And, Barkus?
Appointed to chauffeur Denny around after hours. |
