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Mitch Bainwol To Succeed Hilary Rosen As RIAA Head

Posted by timothy on from the connections-and-pull dept.

bmarklein writes "The RIAA has announced that it has named Mitch Bainwol, former chief of staff to U.S. Senate Majority Leader Bill Frist, as chairman & CEO. He replaces Hilary Rosen, who left earlier this month. This confirms the speculation that the RIAA would appoint a well-connected Republican (Rosen was a Democrat)." Several readers have submitted links to CNET's coverage as well. Update: 07/29 12:30 GMT by J : Lobbyists wield incredible power nowadays, and Slate's report on why was enlightening. Here's part 1 and part 2. Includes lyrics to the rap recorded for Rosen's going-away party by some of the most powerful people in the world: "Who wants the job of Hilary Rosen? / How 'bout the dream team of Bono and Tauzin?"

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  1. Re:Here's to Mitch Bainwol.... by felonious · · Score: 0, Offtopic

    This was an all out flame aimed towards the RIAA not anyone here you fucking idiot mods. Score this lower please:D

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