The Onion

Thursday, September 29, 2005

Tom DeLay Steps Down

Rep. Tom DeLay (R-TX) was recently indicted on charges of conspiracy in a campaign-financing scheme, and forced to temporarily step down as House majority leader. What do you think?

Young Man

Todd Eldridge,
Painter
"They'll never make those charges stick! No jail can hold Tom DeLay!"

Asian Man

Andy Rocco,
Chef
"My prayers are with the poor, leaderless House Republican majority tonight."

Young Woman

Kathy Ross,
Seamstress
"I don't want to jump to conclusions here, but it seems like absolute power might have some effect on people."

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