PELOSI’S NET WORTH GREW 62% LAST YEAR.

It is widely assumed that most of the politicians in Washington, D.C. are crooks and liars that will find any way they can to profit from their political power. So after reading this article, you might say Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi leads the pack of rich political profiteers. Pelosi saw her personal fortune grow by 62% selling stocks and real estate investment made by her husband last year.

House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) saw her net worth rise 62 percent last year, cementing her status as one of the wealthiest members of Congress.

Pelosi was worth at least $35.2 million in the 2010 calendar year, according to a financial disclosure report released Wednesday. She reported a minimum of $43.4 million in assets and about $8.2 milion in liabilities.

For 2009, Pelosi reported a minimum net worth of $21.7 million.

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Pelosi saw her wealth rise due to some stock gains and real estate investments made by her husband, Paul.

Apple stock owned by Pelosi’s spouse rose from at least $500,000 in 2009 to $1 million in 2010.

Quote Via: The Hill.