Dems Turning on Weiner; "Like Watching a Charlie Sheen Meltdown"
Pundit Press ^ | 6/2/11 | Aurelius
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Anthony Weiner, who is now embroiled in a Twitter controversy in which he allegedly sent a picture of an aroused man (wearing underwear) to a woman, is now losing support from his staunchest supporters: Democrats.
After nearly a week of bumbling about and starting more questions than answering them, Democrats have become weary of the Congressman from New York.
"Watching Anthony Weiner's twitter and press blitz is like watching a Charlie Sheen meltdown. It's amusing, uncomfortable, and not necessary," said one high-ranking Democratic aide. "If Weiner really wants to get beyond this, he'll shut up and let Democrats get back to their Medicare message."
When asked about the controversy surrounding Mr. Weiner, one Democratic staffer stated bluntly: "How much schadenfreude is happening because of this? A lot."
Ed Koch, former New York City mayor, echoed these statements, saying, "I think he's in trouble… I think he has a problem."
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