The Art of Self-Destruction

One more for the road...

A Senator's Wide Stance: 'I Am Not Gay'
Best quote from the article: "Though he has been writing laws for the past 32 years, the senator spoke yesterday as if he lacked the most basic grasp of the legal system."

This story has been the buzz on the hill for 2 days now, but my take on this ridiculous mess is a little different.

Personally, I'm actually pretty Libertarian when it comes to sex and what one does behind closed doors (even closed bathroom doors). Honestly, I don't really care if he's gay or not.

I think the capital offense here is not hitting on a guy or engaging in "lewd conduct", but rather Craig's utter and profound stupidity.

Utter. And profound.

What U.S. Senator does not know that he should consult an attorney before pleading guilty to anything?! Or does not realize that police statements can be made public? Or does not know that he should consult with political and legal advisors when dealing with such a potentially explosive matter? Or does not realize that getting arrested in a bathroom stall for "lewd conduct" could turn into a politically explosive matter??! Seriously??!!

Bottom line: this guy is an idiot. And if it wasn't clear by his actions in June, he proved it even more by going on national television, defiantly trying to make lame excuses and yelling at the media for blowing [poor choice of word, sorry] the whole thing out of proportion, when in reality he was the one who acted like he had something to hide and they were just doing their jobs. I don't think anyone that stupid should be trusted to make our nation's laws. Although it might explain why we have so many stupid laws.

Side Note: All you aspiring political types should take a note on what not to do if you want to succeed in politics.

Here's some more fun bedtime reading...

Police Report (a must-read)
Craig's Official Statement
Issued Complaint
Register of Actions
Petition to Plead Guilty of Misdemeanor
From FindLaw: Complaint (Minn. v. Craig)

I'm curious what reaction (if any) there has been to this outside of the DC bubble. Anyone else care? :)