John Edwards, disgraced but determined, readies for new trial | Reuters: "(Reuters) - John Edwards doesn't dispute he was a cad, but he's defiant that he's not a criminal.
And it appears this may be one point in which the disgraced former North Carolina senator and 2004 Democratic vice presidential nominee may get some sympathy in his home state and beyond.
John Hood, president of the John Locke Foundation, a conservative North Carolina think tank, said Edwards may be right.
'To act like a heel is not to be a criminal,' Hood said. 'We have to distinguish between Edwards' disgusting behavior and allegations of criminality.'
Edwards was indicted Friday on six federal charges related to cash gifts. The money was used to cover up an extramarital affair he had while seeking the 2008 Democratic presidential nomination. A trial has been set for July 11, though it is expected to be pushed back, perhaps by several months."
Saturday, June 4, 2011
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