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Ex-D.C. Mayor Marion Barry Trying to Stay Out of Prison: Says He’ll Pay Some of His Taxes

allan16 years ago16 years ago01 mins

This guy has tangled with the law endless times, often testing his luck. Can he stay out of prison? Federal prosecutors say enough is enough. He should serve some time for his latest shenanigans. But don’t bet on the mayor running out of luck. By Hamil R. Harris and Del Quentin Wilber Washington Post Staff…

D.C. Councilman Marion Barry Pulls a Surprise: He Files his 2007 Taxes

allan16 years ago16 years ago02 mins

By Allan Lengel ticklethewire.com Marion Barry/official photo WASHINGTON — D.C. Councilman Marion Barry, who for years has tested the patience of the electorate and federal prosecutors alike, finally filed his 2007 tax return Tuesday, WRC-TV in Washington reported. The stations also said Barry, who is still beloved in certain sections of the city, “is threatening…