The Democratic mayor of Fort Lee, Mark Sokolich, had declined to support the state’s Republican governor, Chris Christie, in his bid for re-election. On Friday, Kelly and Baroni were found guilty on all charges, the most serious of which carry up to 20 years in prison. In court, Kelly claimed “traffic problems” meant “traffic study”. What’s more, 52% believe there is ample evidence Christie knew about the lane closures. You could say the fictional Tony Soprano paved the way for Governor Christie.” Another said: “I would have more respect for him if he had said, ‘OK.

Source: The Guardian November 04, 2016 16:55 UTC