The cozy relationship between Strange and the Poarch Creeks is at the heart of recent articles in The Montgomery Independent, and Editor/Publisher Bob Martin suggests a multi-pronged investigation is needed. And that raises this question: Are Strange and the tribe engaged in an illegal quid pro quo ('something for something' deal) that would be a violation of federal bribery laws. In a not-so-subtle way, Strange seems to be wiping out the Poarch Creek's competition. Strange's office in late July seized electronic-bingo machines in Houston County and threatened similar raids on VictoryLand if it reopens in Macon County. Alabama Attorney General Luther Strange received a $100,000 campaign contribution from the Poarch Creek Indians in 2010 and now seems to be making sure that the tribe's investment pays off.
