Happy Birthday Mr. President

In honor of former President, Richard Nixon, Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich celebrated by doing something President Nixon never did and avoided at all costs. Being impeached. Yes, Gov. Rod Blagojevich was impeached on Richard Nixon's birthday. In more words than, "I am not a crook", Blagojevich has stated that he "is not guilty of any criminal wrongdoing" and that all he was attempting as Governor was to fight for the people of Illinois and that is "not an impeachable offense." No, Rod, working for your constituents is not an impeachable offense. Being a pompous, bang fluffing, self-absorbed, egocentric jerk is not an impeachable offense. Abuse of power is an impeachable offense. Breaking state and federal laws are impeachable offenses. And in your own words, "willingness to barter official acts and taxpayer money for personal and political gain" are impeachable offenses.

Rod, because you are obviously so unaware of laws, legal precedents and proceedings, I will break it down for you. Impeach means to formally accuse or indict. After you are officially accused of a crime, or impeached, you will stand trial. One of the consequences, if you are found guilty of what you are accused, is to be thrown out of office. And possibly go to jail. With a 114-1 vote to be impeached, your chances of being found guilty by politicians who are trying to distance themselves from the train-wreck that you are, are extremely high. You will be removed from office. I envision the FBI pulling on your ankles in a desperate tug-of-war, while you are digging your claws into the Governor's desk, unwilling to let go. Hopefully you will come to your senses, but if not, you are building a strong case of mental incompetence if you have to stand criminal trial.