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Originally Posted by Daradon
You're reaching. A group of criminals (unless they have crazy connections and huge old school mob support, which they dont in this case) is not going to be able to influence a future election. That's not in their thinking and is a ridiculous statement.
No, they wanted the tape to gain or increase control over Ford. (Or possibly a quick cash grab, though that didn't work previously so I don't believe it's the reason here.) Whether or not there is real control yet, he is already compromised. At the very least, everyone who works with him will be wondering and analysing his decisions in the future. It may have already discouraged business. That is compromised. And I'm sure it's already more than that.
You've got the blinders on if you can't admit that.
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So if a politician cheets on his/her spouse they should also resign because organized crime could have pictures of it and use it to blackmail them. I think that really boarders on wanting politicians not to be real people. It is getting into their private lives which should remain private.
For example Andre Bosclaire of the PQ adimitted to using Coke while being a seated member of the legislature. Should he have resigned and been out of politics.
I think the standard should be that activities outside the official duties of the mayor should not be held against him. If he could be a functioning crack addict alcoholic and perform his job then by all means let him.
The problem is from the evidence of him being drunk at official functions, coming in late, not scheduling meetings, etc .. his outside activities are affecting his job therefore he should resign.