Larry Craig

I am a bit perplexed as to what exactly Larry Craig did that was illegal. I fully understand that it is fun gossip and great fodder to show the hypocrisy of the Republican Party. You Can read the actual reports here: http://www.cnn.com/2007/POLITICS/08/28/craig.arrest/index.html

I would be concerned as to the peeping allegation, provided it is true. The rest of the finger wagging, foot tapping, rubbing and all don't seem to add up to too much in my mind. The recent tapes show that there clearly was a dispute as to what actually happened. What I have read and heard do not amount to conduct that will tend to provoke an assault or breach of the peace. I see worse and have been exposed to worse in almost any bar/nightclub I have been in.

What I see is a police officer targeting homosexuals for what appears solicitation of consensual sex. Again I see worse with heterosexuals in my favorite bar every weekend. I do not see any allegation of prostitution. What is the crime?

As far as the fact he plead guilty - most people would if they thought it would avoid having everyone know their business. Assuming Larry Craig is in fact gay and in the closest - of course he would plead guilty to keep his sexual orientation a secret. Many of people arrested for solicitation of a prostitute do the same thing - plea to avoid the embarrassment.