Bernard Kerik: Appropriate Albatross

On Friday, former New York City Police Commissioner Bernard Kerik plead not guilty. Officially, Kerik was charged with federal corruption and tax fraud. Kerik’s impact upon Mayor Rudy Giuliani. Apparent and substantial. Kerik should impact Giuliani. Kerik is a blight. He stains New York City. He stains law enforcement. He stains Republicans. Kerik is a disgrace. He warrants castigation. Giuliani merits shame. Kerik should not disable Giuliani. He should damage him.