Roland Don't Go!!!

Roland Burris should not resign. Now there is a radical statement, or at least what is taken as a radical statement. Let's see how this works out. A former state office holder (Comptroller and Attorney General) is appointed to fill a senate vacancy by a non-indicted, non-impeached sitting governor in accordance with the Illinois state constitution. Shortly thereafter he testifies at a house impeachment hearing truthfully - answering every question asked of him. A few weeks later he sends supplementary information to the chairman of the Illinois House Impeachment committee to ensure they have all the information regarding contacts he had with the Blagoevich campaign committee prior to his being named senator. The information did not contradict what he had testified to earlier. So now all of Burris' good friends from Senator Dirty Dick Durbin to Governor "How the Heck Did I Get On the Inside" Quinn. This list also includes Senator Harry "Want to Buy some Real Estate" Reid. It is reported that Obama has also asked him to step down. I understand it is because Senator Burris pays his taxes - and Barack wants a team player. Why don't we hear a hue and cry for Rahm Emmanuel to step down? Yes - that Rahm Emmanuel - the chief of staff who incorporated his mansion as a non for profit to avoid paying property taxes in his expensive Chicago neighborhood. Well - expletive deleted - he is on Obama's team. Roland Burris has Obama's respect, but Obama has Rahm's backside covered. Respect will let you step down and slip away quietly. Having the president cover your back will keep you out of jail. Gosh! I am sure glad we have change in Washington.