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Absolutely, Weiner should resign. But I think he learned something from David Vitter here, so he is staying. LOL.
Then why did he need to lie about it?
If it aint a big deal, why bother?
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.
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.
Public leaders are no longer accountable for what they do in their private lives.
Of course they are, if they break the law. Personal matters such as this, are just that, personal.
However, if one runs on a "values" platform, when they cross the line, isn't that a bit different?
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.
Then why did he need to lie about it?
If it aint a big deal, why bother?
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.
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.
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.
I honestly don't care about the pictures or conversations (unless, of course, a minor was involved..then we have an issue). What I care about is his "leave of absense" to seek "treatment". If he isn't able to attend to his work in D.C., that's where the issue comes into play. If he can't perform his expected duties at a time like this, why is he staying in office?
As long as his constituents feel he can do the job, he should keep it.
His approval rating is 8.
His disapproval rating is 90.
Most of his constituents feel he will be unable to effectively represent their district due to the problems the whole scandal is creating.
His approval rating is 8.
His disapproval rating is 90.
Most of his constituents feel he will be unable to effectively represent their district due to the problems the whole scandal is creating.
Politicians have few resources, two of them are their word and their reputation. Weiner compromised both with this scandal. So he effectively cant do his job.
If he gave a damn about his district he would step down.
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.
His approval rating is 8.
His disapproval rating is 90.
Most of his constituents feel he will be unable to effectively represent their district due to the problems the whole scandal is creating.
Politicians have few resources, two of them are their word and their reputation. Weiner compromised both with this scandal. So he effectively cant do his job.
If he gave a damn about his district he would step down.