Veon's dramatic fall has supporters thinking what might have been

After conviction, Veon supporters reflect on his downfall.

Those who supported, worked with and, at one time, believed in Veon lamented the sad conclusion of a political career that was once thought to have unlimited potential. Less than 10 years ago, it wasn’t hard for some Beaver County residents to imagine the charismatic Veon becoming a congressman or governor.

“It’s just a darn shame that someone with his talents and abilities had to end his political career in this manner,” said former Beaver County Controller Rick Towcimak.

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Veon's story should be a lesson to public servants at all levels of government. Veon viewed politics as a game of power and greed instead of doing what is right for the people he served. It caught up to him.