Rendell 'saddened' by Bonusgate indictments

Gov. Ed Rendell issued the following statement today in response to a grand jury presentment announced by the Attorney General Tom Corbett (see previous post):

"I am saddened by the allegations presented today. I have known and worked with some of the individuals, and I understand that they and their families are going through a difficult time.

"But make no mistake about it, these allegations are serious and outline a course of conduct that is completely unacceptable. Such actions as alleged in these indictments destroy public confidence in the General Assembly and its proceedings.

"These allegations accentuate the need for better internal management controls and continued reforms of the legislative process. Some important steps have been taken but more can and should be done. I urge the General Assembly to move swiftly to accomplish this."