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Ousted Illinois governor gets book deal

Last Updated: Monday, March 2, 2009 | 5:34 PM ET

Disgraced former Illinois governor Rod Blagojevich has a six-figure book deal, his publicist said Monday.

The book will "expose the dark side of politics," including details about how Blagojevich selected President Barack Obama's successor in the U.S. Senate, Glenn Selig told the Associated Press.

The allegation that Blagojevich tried to sell the Senate seat led to federal charges, as well as his impeachment and removal from office.

He has denied any wrongdoing.

Blagojevich will disclose information "that will at times be embarrassing to himself as well as to others," Selig said.

Slated for release in October, the book will published by Phoenix Books.

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