Joe Briben was the headline I believe. Learnt from the Clintons, who also had a "pay for play" scheme with their Clinton Foundation.
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The Clinton Foundation protected Clinton money but also did things like fighting AIDS in Africa. Most foundations do this sort of thing and to get an endorsement from them you might have to donate. Steve Lawrence and Eydie Gorme' also had a foundation. It helps with taxes and protects their money.