Espada is exactly the type of guy that people complain about when they talk about corruption in government and not being able to trust politicians. And now? He’s been indicted.
So why is this important? First of all, a lot of the money he allegedly stole was intended for health care. As an ethical issue, that’s just indefensible. People are giving money with the intention that they will be cared for if they’re sick or injured, and he used it for his own gain? Certainly the victims of that deserve justice.
But more importantly, it sends a message to other politicians about the abuse of power. Espada got away with his behavior for a long, long time. Too long. This indictment is a clear indication that even the Majority Leader of the New York State Senate has to abide by the laws of this state. No mater how much power he wields, he broke the law and is now being forced to own up to it. If he’s convicted – even sleazy crooks like Espada deserve a fair and impartial trial – it is that much more effective.
To the good people of the 33rd District, here’s hoping you pick someone a little better next time!
One reply on “If it’s Thursday, there must be an indictment!”
Espada was only named Majority Leader after he started the coup in the Senate last year. I’m sure most of the investigations into his unethical behavior happened because he managed to piss off the majority of Senators and NY state residents. Also, Senator Espada was not reelected in November. I certainly hope he gets what’s coming to him.