CHAPTER 37Cuddy scanned the most recent story posted online about the ongoing federal investigation of him, his beloved foundation, and one of his closest allies: New Visions’ Accountant Faces Lawsuit. The article reported that McCullough had kept quiet about financial irregularities he discovered while handling the foundation’s accounts and investments. Cuddy placed both hands on his churning gut; his friend was, most likely, also exposed to criminal charges along with this civil claim. Cuddy was also sick that his former supporters were reading this incriminating headline. It was becoming harder and harder for Cuddy to recall the last time someone other than CeCe, Melinda, or one of his attorneys had called him or come by to visit. It was as if every friend and associate had been infec

