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Should Anthony Weiner Resign?

Should Anthony Weiner Resign?

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If he can't do his job then he should leave. Taking a "leave of absence" right now, with the issues we're facing, is unacceptable. He should either do his job and seek help simultaneously, or he should step down.
 
MaggieD said:
No. I think he should go to rehab and return....thus forcing the ETHICS COMMITTEE to actually do their job.
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Here's the problem I have with the idea of rehab for Weiner. During his rambling apology he specifically said he didn't do these things because of any kind of problem (like sex addiction) or anything, just bad judgment. Him going to rehab now seems like political expediency rather than sincerity.
 
X Factor said:
Here's the problem I have with the idea of rehab for Weiner. During his rambling apology he specifically said he didn't do these things because of any kind of problem (like sex addiction) or anything, just bad judgment. Him going to rehab now seems like political expediency rather than sincerity.
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I think sex rehab is a joke. He needs to go to douchebag rehab.
 
X Factor said:
Here's the problem I have with the idea of rehab for Weiner. During his rambling apology he specifically said he didn't do these things because of any kind of problem (like sex addiction) or anything, just bad judgment. Him going to rehab now seems like political expediency rather than sincerity.
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I wasn't pissed about the act, it was going around lying about it to everyone who would give him airtime.

And I weary of people in high places running to rehab and getting a pass on their misconduct.

I wish he had just said "Yeah, so what?" the first time he was asked, or at least right after the initial, knee jerk lie humans are prone to.

But no, he blew it.

Completely.

And I like the guy.

But the sheer stupidity...
 
X Factor said:
President Obama said today that he would resign if he was in Weiner's position.

Obama Suggests Weiner Should Quit - WSJ.com

So, should Weiner resign? This'll be a simple yes/no option.
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I think this question is interesting. I think a lot of Democrats in office are going to feel some pressure to say he should resign, because it's politics, and it's in their best interest to condemn his behavior and distance themselves from it. At the same time, I think the people in his district should be allowed to determine their own future, not the DNC. The people in his district and their opinions obviously matter the most.

It's fascinating how these issues are so divisive and pressing in politics and yet these issues equate to total bull****. I think what Edwards did was really wrong, that's the worst cases of cheating in politics ever, but my political view about it... :shrug:. Cheating isn't a political issue IMO. I feel bad for the spouses they betray, but my political action has no value or impact on that... I don't feel personally betrayed by John Edwards or Weiner. I really have no strong feeling whatsoever. I don't feel a moral duty to throw them out of office or drag them through the mud, and I honestly don't think most people do unless they have a strong personal connection.
 
He probably should.

But hey, I wouldn't throw my biggest wiener out of the Barbecue :2razz:
 
Of course not. He broke no laws, and did nothing that would compromise his ability to perform his duties. Really, it's absurd that something this inane and irrelevant is even a scandal in the first place.
 
He ****ing flirted with a few chicks and took some photos less risqué than the underwear displays at a ****ing Walmart. He did not break any laws or violate anything other than grandma’s Puritanical sensibilities. Calling for his resignation over such banalities should be an offense punishable by having the stupid slapped out of you with a dildo cast from the “offending” member.
 
Yes.
Not only did he make himself an idiot and made an irreparable prank, he showed that he doesn't have enough sense to remain in office.
Even if he shouldn't, he will because of the immense pressure and the permanent dent to his reputation
 
I've heard that pulling out prematurely can have unexpected consequences, he should stick it in for the whole length and hope he can pull it off down the track, it'll be hard on him, but I'm sure it's worth it.
 
spud_meister said:
I've heard that pulling out prematurely can have unexpected consequences, he should stick it in for the whole length and hope he can pull it off down the track, it'll be hard on him, but I'm sure it's worth it.
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So true.
If he goes limp, he'll never get another ere.....win another election. :mrgreen:
 
Yes, but only because his illicit conduct may have involved a minor.

I am generally opposed to the idea that a politician's private life is anyone's business. I really don't care. Powerful people being crappy spouses is so common it's practically a rule. It's just a matter of whether or not we find out about it.

And historically, at worst it has no effect on their leadership ability and at best there seems to be a correlation between being a crappy partner and being a great leader. I wouldn't wanna marry them, but hey, it's true.

But in this case, depending on what is found out about his contact with a minor, he could face some very serious charges and possibly even a felony. That changes the game a little bit.
 
Befuddled_Stoner said:
He ****ing flirted with a few chicks and took some photos less risqué than the underwear displays at a ****ing Walmart. He did not break any laws or violate anything other than grandma’s Puritanical sensibilities. Calling for his resignation over such banalities should be an offense punishable by having the stupid slapped out of you with a dildo cast from the “offending” member.
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Then why did he need to lie about it?
If it aint a big deal, why bother?
 
OpportunityCost said:
Then why did he need to lie about it?
If it aint a big deal, why bother?
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Because he's a freaking idiot, that's why. Instead of fessing up and cutting his losses, he tried to retain the family values voters that he never really had a chance of keeping anyway.

Why bother? Because despite the fact the the country is turning to ****, there are still hoards of morons out there who think Weiner trying to **** random bimbos is more important than politicians who are trying to **** the American people.
 
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Of course he should resign
 
MistressNomad said:
Powerful people being crappy spouses is so common it's practically a rule. It's just a matter of whether or not we find out about it... there seems to be a correlation between being a crappy partner and being a great leader. I wouldn't wanna marry them, but hey, it's true.
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I don't agree with this. It reeks of class-warfare propaganda, with a dash of feminism to support the false ambiance.

1. There are plenty of crappy partners in poor neighborhoods.

2. Powerful leaders are more likely to have crappy behavior exposed than the crackhead on 110th St.

3. Your personal interpretation (this is where a particular variety of feminism lends false ambiance). Like you, I see a marriage/union as a team of equals; however, I would like to note that if either member of the team chooses to take a subordinate role publically, for the good of the team's agenda, that does not mean we ought judge them as subordinate in the relationship.


I agree that stepping-down is only required if a law was broken and I think the criminal act generally needs to be a felony; however, his lying all over the place could be a factor.
 
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I say 'yes', only because he's a Democrat. I want to see ALL Democrats resign.
 
Honestly, I am torn. On one hand, what he did was just crazy and stupid and undercuts his effectiveness and makes me second guess his sincerity on a lot of fronts. On the other hand, he is very effective in the debate over finance and budget policy and a great advocate for that. Lastly, he will forever be the source of jokes and I would regret to give that up.

So, I don't know.

Ultimately, his behavior reeks of a lack of self control, especially given how he waffled over an explanation of what happened and is now in total CYA mode. I dislike this lack of integrity. But again, he is effective in pursuing sane economic policy.

I am not sure if the good outweighs the bad or vise versa.
 
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Tucker Case said:
In reality, his wife is the only person he really needs to answer to for this.
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I disagree. People in public leadership and civil service positions need to represent the best of the community that they are answerable to. Now Weiner shouldn't be accountable to me, but that is because I am not in his district.
 
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