Studio that scrubbed Abramoff/Bush photo earned $140,000 from 2004 campaig

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Studio that scrubbed Abramoff/Bush photo earned $140,000 from 2004 campaign
Ron Brynaert
Published: January 26, 2006



A photograpy studio which admitted to scrubbing at least one photograph of President George Bush and disgraced lobbyist Jack Abramoff was paid more that $140,000 by the Bush/Cheney campaign in 2004, RAW STORY has learned.

Reflection Studios president Joanne Amos told Joshua Michah Marshall of Talking Points Memo that a "business decision" led the company to remove a photograph taken in late 2003 that is believed to feature Bush and Abramoff together. According to Amos, the photograph is "not relevant."

Another blog reported that Amos donated $2,000 to President Bush in 2003 and $2,000 to the Republican National Committee in 2004.

A press release from July of 2003 shows that the photography studio was awarded a contract with the Bush/Cheney 2004 campaign.

A year ago, The Washington Post reported that the studio was paid over $140,000.

http://rawstory.com/news/2005/Studio_that_scrubbed_photo_earned_140000_0126.html

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1. Spokesman says Abramoff won't release

Spokesman says Abramoff won't release, sell photos of himself and President Bush
John Byrne
Published: January 26, 2006


In a tersely worded statement exclusive to RAW STORY, Andrew Blum, a spokesman for fallen lobbyist Jack Abramoff suggested that he did indeed have the photos of himself with President Bush.

"To the extent that Mr. Abramoff has possession of any of these photos, he will not be releasing them, nor is he seeking to sell them or use them for any other purpose," Blum said in an email.

http://rawstory.com/news/2005/Spokesman_says_Abramoff_wont_release_sell_0126.html

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2. bet you it hasn't been scrubbed totally

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3. on the record

HON. TOM DAVIS
OF VIRGINIA
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 1, 2003

Mr. TOM DAVIS of Virginia. Mr. Speaker, I would like to take this time to acknowledge the achievements of Joanne Amos, the President of Reflections Photography, as she celebrates 25 years in business.

Reflections, a photography firm that was founded in 1978 in Lexington, Kentucky, originally only catered to social events at nearby universities and the thoroughbred industry. Joanne Amos took the initiative to explore the possibility of expanding the business to begin covering political and corporate events. Since that decision, business has flourished and Reflections has risen to the top of the photography industry.

Over the years Reflections achieved many significant benchmarks, including serving as an official photographer for President Ronald Reagan's second inaugural ceremonies. Other major clients have included the National Governors Association, the U.S. Conference of Mayors, and the National Conference of State Legislatures. In addition, Reflections has been chosen to provide photographic coverage at every National Convention since 1984.

Reflections has grown to cover over 400 events a year, including proceedings with governors, members of Congress, and the administration. While much of their business is related to politics, they also boast a clientele list that includes a host of Fortune 500 companies and celebrities, such as the Washington Redskins, Sylvester Stallone, and even the Queen of England.

As the firm grew they opened an office in Washington, D.C. and in 1992 the headquarters was relocated here. Joanne Amos now resides in the 11th district of Virginia; from this base she will be providing event photography for the Bush-Cheney re-election campaign. This contract was won on the sheer quality of Reflection's reputation and will grant them the opportunity to show they can coordinate nationwide media coverage. Reflections will make full use of their extensive network of photographers and web-based technology to keep pace with the aggressive schedule set by the President's campaign.

Mr. Speaker, in closing, I want to applaud Joanne Amos on her outstanding guidance and leadership of Reflections photography. I call upon my colleagues to celebrate the success of this remarkable businesswoman and to wish Reflections Photography continued success.

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