Wow! There were many doubters out there that crucified AV on this issue, PZ being number one on that list. If it's true I also have to give it up to AV for not using this as a boost to his campaign. PZ was milking the Yates issue for everything it was worth, including large political donations. This is a show of character in my opinion. Again, if true, AV did his job and did it well.

Any predictions on the PZ spin on this story?
Secret | 02.05.08 - 12:50 pm | #

But, of course. The Spin Master, wiping the egg off his face with a single stroke, will proceed to take credit for the plea which was caused by his announcement for DA....... You like???
Anonymous | 02.05.08 - 1:17 pm | #

Geeeezus. If this is true, someone pulled the wool over my eyes. I even signed that Yates petition. Perhaps you should go back to the petition to see who the supporters were.
melissa zamora | Homepage | 02.05.08 - 2:11 pm | #

"Perhaps you should go back to the petition to see who the supporters were."

Here it is, but to be fair (and I'm all about fair) the signers ostensibly had no beef with "...what the Cameron County Auditor, Mark Yates, has or has not done. (It was) ...simply a reaction to the (perceived) handling of the situation..." IE., the media presence, cuffs, and orange jumpsuit.

Still, I have little doubt that many signers felt that Yates was wrongly prosecuted altogether. And the plea bargain rumors, if true, debunk that, IMHO.

Chris Davis | Homepage | 02.05.08 - 2:22 pm | #

You're right, this time.

Still, the comments reflect that folks believed in his innocence.
melissa zamora | Homepage | 02.05.08 - 2:39 pm | #