Analysis: Gonzales Tenure Was an Argument Against Cronyism

Alberto Gonzales was a case study in cronyism -- a nice guy and presidential pal who became attorney general on the strength of those two credentials, writes Ron Fournier. In the end, Gonzales' greatest achievement may be that he produced a rare note of unanimity among Republicans and Democrats in Washington: They agree his tenure was an unmitigated failure. Will his resignation cause Washington politicians to swear off cronyism? And if so, how long will that last?

Alberto Gonzales was a case study in cronyism, a nice guy and presidential pal who became attorney general on the strength of those two credentials.

He was not up to the job.

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