Eliot Spitzer

I'm doing something for the very first time today, I'm using a guest blogger. Since the subject of this post is the (soon to be former) Governor of New York, Eliot Spitzer, I've asked my Mom, as a resident of the (once upon a time) great State of New York, to share some thoughts in this regard.

**************

Just some thoughts with regard to the political situation regarding Eliot Spitzer, Governor (soon to be ex-Governor) of New York State. Mr. Spitzer held the job of Attorney General before becoming Governor and in that position, he cracked down on crime in NY State, including prostitution rings. It is ironic that now he is embroiled in a scandal himself by using a call-girl service. With the amount of money involved, over $80,000, it seems that this has been an ongoing process. Such actions have far reaching effects including his political career and, sadly, his family.

Personally, I have not voted for Mr. Spitzer, as Attorney General or Governor. He has been Governor for just over a year and his ratings are very low, even among the Democrats. Legislators in Albany, especially Republicans, found it difficult to work with him. One agenda he tried pushing, very hard, was that illegal immigrants be allowed drivers’ licenses! There was much opposition and he had to put the idea aside but had planned on bringing it up again, and again.

In my opinion, I think he should resign as Governor (which will be effective on Monday, March 17th). I also think that if there are legal ramifications, he should be prosecuted; no deals because of his money and name. As an elected official, he should not be allowed to get away with a slap on the wrist or anything less.

The Press & Sun-Bulletin (our local newspaper) is reporting that Mr. Spitzer is worth millions because of his father’s real estate business. It is also mentioned that his wife may now divorce him. (That, of course, is always speculation in the media.) She gave up a lucrative career when he entered politics and he may have to pay dearly for the stupid mistakes he made. When he was Attorney General, no one else was above the law so he should not be either.

Lt. Gov. David Paterson, who will become Governor on Monday, is well liked on both sides of the aisle in Albany and Legislators feel there will be a good working relationship. That is a positive aspect that New Yorkers need right now. There are a lot of wrongdoings going on with politicians and they should all be held accountable for their actions. As a matter of fact, we will all be held accountable before God.

**************

Hebrews 9:27 And as it is appointed unto men once to die, but after this the judgment:

28 So Christ was once offered to bear the sins of many; and unto them that look for him shall he appear the second time without sin unto salvation.

Romans 5:12 Wherefore, as by one man sin entered into the world, and death by sin; and so death passed upon all men, for that all have sinned:

**************

I was going to put in my e-mail yesterday, but forgot (imagine that!) - I was in the break room yesterday reading the paper (the comic section at that time) and one of our attorneys came in. He said, "Are you reading the comics or about Spitzer? It's almost the same thing." He is a Republican and this is just a little taste of how people are looking at the situation.

I noticed in yesterday's paper that Paterson is pro-abortion and for same-sex marriage. Hopefully, the Legislature will keep him in check. You have probably heard from the news that Paterson is black and legally blind. He has been in politics for many years, so he should be knowledgeable about how the office should be run. Our budget is due April 1st and I have heard comments that it will be easier to work with Paterson than it was with Spitzer. We'll see.

Love, Mom

*************

I want first of all to say thanks to Mom for sharing that. It answers a few questions for me. It appears that most New Yorkers don't feel betrayed, simply because they didn't really like, or trust, the guy to begin with.

Hopefully this will ultimately be a good thing for the people of New York. I mean, we don't know, but we do know that Spitzer was not a good thing for New York. Having grown up there myself, I can tell you that the State has been poorly managed for many years, doing virtually everything wrong, over-taxing the working people (and by that I certainly don't mean the rich, just regular working class folks who are living paycheck to paycheck) while creating a massive welfare system, and at the same time virtually chasing businesses out of the State through outrageous taxation and fees. Certainly the State Government could use a shake-up, so hopefully this shake-up will finally turn things around in the state... but being that Paterson is still a hard core Democrat, that may be overly optimistic.

On a side note, I see that Dr. Laura has made a rather silly statement about the situation, and I have been thinking about it quite a bit. If I have time in the next few days, I may take some time an analyze that.

Again, thanks for the contribution Mom!