Bishop Blames Wife in Scholarship Scandal

“I was not involved in that at all,” said Bishop, who has repeatedly distanced himself from the awards.

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The lawmaker said he has discussed the scholarships with his wife, but he would not say what she told him. His wife did not return a phone call seeking comment.

“Let’s just say that the selections were made,” said Bishop, who said he was never involved in the decisions. “She had a role in the selection process. And, you know, it was unfortunate that the process allowed the family members to be awarded scholarships.”

Read more: (Ray Henry, “AP Interview: Ga. Lawmaker Denies Steering Awards,” Associated Press, 10/06/2010)