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Old 08-25-2010, 10:29 AM
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Originally Posted by Pturner View Post
His being a politician aside for just a moment-- does anybody think this buffoon deserves rock-star status? Why do we seemingly confer it upon him? I do think it's an interesting question/ observation.

Whether law breakers get accolades or disdain from people depend on the people. I don't think it is glamorous to break the law .

My heros are people who have discovered medical cures, golfers who play great and still have a nice family situation, teachers who have made a difference, and last but not least ordinary people who work and save and sacrifice to care for their family.

I think that most people look down on people who betray the public trust. I hope so.

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