I've always held a soft spot for you. I'm sure this is, in part, because I'm from North Carolina too. I thought you held such promise as a presidential candidate. You were a small town lawyer who went up against the evil giants who prey on our society. I thought you could actually effect change in our society.
Your wife's book inspired me and brought me to tears many times as I read about the life experiences of your family. Although your family has experienced great tragedy, you seemed like such a great family that could prevail even after great tragedies.
How saddened I was this morning to hear that you had an affair. I read the NY Times story, http://www.nytimes.com/2008/08/09/us/politics/09edwards.html?th&emc=th and felt so sad. I don't know why I should expect you to hold higher standards than many in our society do; maybe it was from seeing your earnest appeals on TV or from reading Elizabeth's book...I don't know. I just know that I am sad this morning. . .
17 years ago
