Hazel O'Leary's media blitz.(memo sent in 1994 to Energy Secretary by public relations consultant)

From: Harper's Magazine | Date: February 1, 1996| Author: Hoffer, Audrey | Copyright information

O'Leary used taxpayer dollars to engage a public relations consultant to enhance her image. Excerpts from a memo to O'Leary from the consultant contain specific plans, such as setting up interviews with journalists and seeking awards for public service.

From a confidential "communication plan" sent in 1994 to Energy Secretary Hazel O'Leary and her chief of staff, by Audrey Hoffer, a public relations consultant employed by the Department of Energy. Last November, House Republicans c...