Lott of Crap: Whip Quits

On November 26, Senate Minority Whip Trent Lott (R-MS) resigned. According to Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid (D-NV), Lott is an icon. “Senator Lott has been a true friend, consistently reaching across the aisle to serve the interests of the people of Mississippi and to help me serve the interests of the people of Nevada,” Reid said. “Senator Lott is one of the strongest defenders of the institution of the Senate and one of the most pleasant senators I have ever worked with.”

During his career, Lott amassed seven Congressional and four Senatorial terms. From 1981-1989, he was House Majority Whip. From 1996-2001, he was Senate Majority Leader. From 2001-2002, he was Senate Minority Leader. Unfortunately, inappropriate remarks forced his resignation.

In 2007, five Republican Senators and fourteen Congressman have resigned. Given the aforementioned, Lott’s exodus is emblematic. He is merely another self absorbed, rogue elephant.