He paid his staff, on average, $220,000 through the first three quarters of 2010.
In the fourth quarter that number jumped to $440,000, thanks to what were, in effect, year-end bonuses for staffers.
Local taypayers aren't thrilled with the news.
"That's what they do, they're totally crooked, that's all there is to it," said Tom Foy of Tampa.
I am sure many of you have seen those sleazy instant check cashing places that overcharge people, who do not have enough money to open a bank account. Take a wild guess which senate candidate received the most campaign contributions from the industry. Hint: he is a self-described "moderate-progressive."
The correct answer is Kendrick Meek.
Former Rep. Kendrick Meek (D-FL) was the largest recipient of payday loan campaign cash, receiving $53,900 from the payday industry in the 2010 election cycle, according to CREW.
I wonder if Meek used Amscot to cash the checks.
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