"We continued to take personal inventory, and when we were wrong, promptly admitted it."
From Mel Gibson:
"After drinking alcohol on Thursday night, I did a number of things that were very wrong and for which I am ashamed. I drove a car when I should not have, and was stopped by the L.A. County sheriff’s. The arresting officer was just doing his job and I feel fortunate that I was apprehended before I caused injury to any other person.
"I acted like a person completely out of control when I was arrested, and said things that I do not believe to be true and which are despicable. I am deeply ashamed of everything I said and I apologize to anyone who I have offended.
"Also, I take this opportunity to apologize to the deputies involved for my belligerent behavior. They have always been there for me in my community and indeed probably saved me from myself. I disgraced myself and my family with my behavior and for that I am truly sorry.
"I have battled the disease of alcoholism for all of my adult life and profoundly regret my horrific relapse. I apologize for any behavior unbecoming of me in my inebriated state and have already taken necessary steps to ensure my return to health."
As tawdry as the episode was, you have to admire the guy for stepping up to the plate. On the other hand, his denial of believing what he said while drunk isn’t particular convincing. Alcohol may muddy the mind, but it doesn’t put thoughts in it. He may not want to believe he’s an antisemite, or he may not want us to believe he’s an antisemite, but either thing is going to be really hard to sell. He might be well advised to take a bit of a trip to the Id doctor along with a bit of rehab…
And the Hussein beard has got to go!
Still, he both lost and regained my respect in one day. Would that our government leaders could admit their mistakes and apologize as quickly and with as much humility.