As the resident expert on political correctness (Google “The P.C. Fraud by Brian Iannucci”) I always find it quite funny when the P.C. Crowd looses one of its own to a senseless and pointless mistake that could have been avoided. The double standard that exists with political correctness and the liberal left is always good for a laugh. So here we go again. The Eliot Spitzer Incident that surfaced today is the next battlefront in the P.C. War. The way this entire story will play out will be carefully choreographed by the P.C. Crowd. From the media control to the resolution of the incident Spitzer will be in the hands of the P.C. Machine. This P.C. Machine will put the best face on the situation.

            As a liberal Spitzer will be protected and turned into a sympathetic figure; a victim if you will. This is opposite of the treatment that a conservative would get. Spitzer will get treated with white gloves. This is completely opposite of the treatment a conservative would get in a similar situation. Here lies the true double standard.

Rule Number One of the P.C. Crowd: "Say one thing and do another."

Rule Number Two of the P.C. Crowd: “Save the P.C.er at all costs.”

These rules are the hallmarks of the P.C. Crowd that I discuss in the book, The P.C. Fraud: Political Correctness in American Politics. However, liberals somehow seem to be able to get away with this. Time after time the left has vilified the Republicans based on their politically correct notions of what it right. By acting offended and making speeches that are full of bravado and hype the left is able to set the agenda. These speeches are designed to enflame the P.C. base and create problems for the poor conservative in the crosshairs.

Trent Lott is a prime example of the treatment that a conservative would get. For merely recognizing the achievements of Strom Thurmond he was portrayed as a racist and forced to resign his leadership post. Worst of all no one on the conservative side had the "testicular fortitude" to stand up for him. As a result, a good man and a great leader was sent packing to rebuild his career. Fortunately, Lott's successful resurrection is underway. Nevertheless, this entire incident will hang over his head of the rest of his career in politics. This is how the P.C. Crowd treats their enemies.

            Now remember the way Bill Clinton worked his P.C. magic during the Monica Lewinsky Incident. Somehow, even though he was guilty of perjury and adultery, Clinton managed to maintain his job through his impeachment. With the help of the media and other liberal P.C. groups Clinton managed to save face in a similar situation that Spitzer is in. There is definitely an art to "wagging the dog" in these instances and the P.C. Crowd has mastered it.

Spitzer will come out of this incident relatively unscathed. First off, the spin is already underway. The apology news conference that got him out in front of the news was the best combination of sincerity and theater. With his wife by his side he admitted he did not live up to his personal expectations. He said he “let himself down.” Finally, he threw himself on the mercy of the media. The next step will save his withered political career.

Next, Spitzer will allow talk of his resignation to circulate while it looks like he is pondering his options. However, his resignation will depend entirely on whether the charges will be dropped is he agrees to leave office. If a deal is made, Spitzer will leave office and begin his lucrative speaking tour, get a book deal, and be a media darling while the P.C. Crowd "marvels" at his bravery, repentance, and rebirth as a man who is sorry for what he has done. If no deal is made then don't be surprised if Spitzer clings to power like Leonardo DiCaprio to a scrap of wood in Titanic. Like Bill Clinton, Spitzer will use every available resource he has to maintain his power and office. Additionally, he will leverage any power he maintains to keep himself out of jail.

Spitzer will make out just fine. Mark my words. Why? Simply put; because he is a liberal. Plain and simple! Now contrast the Spitzer experience and the entire Bill Clinton/Monica scandal with the treatment of Republicans in similar situations and try to draw a conclusion other than the one that a double standard exists.

            No one can deny the fact that there is a major lack of help for the conservative cause. Had Spitzer been a Republican he would have been run out of Albany on a rail. As it stands he is now being rallied around and saved. There will be no relief in sight for this problem if conservatives don’t start using some of the tactics that the P.C. Crowd employs. We need to show the average American the raw stupidity of the liberals’ arguments; especially in situations like this. Without this effort the conservative movement will be doomed as the evil empire.

            We must fight and win this P.C. War. We must stand up for what we know is right. Finally, we must win the fight for the truth.

            What an exciting primary season! I am so pleased to see the Democrats fighting tooth and nail to get the right to face John McCain in the general election. Hopefully some of the good old Democrat attacks will come out and both candidates will do McCain’s dirty work. Maybe we’ll even see a “June Surprise” or two just before the convention. It’s hard to guess the repercussions of the Hillary-Barack fight but one thing is for sure, Republicans are enjoying the show!           

            In actuality the real advice for Hillary Clinton is to bow out gracefully and salvage what is left of your pride. Go back to New York and have a nice long Senate career. Be the envy of your party and allow Barack Obama to unite the Democrats heading into what will be a close general election. Show the class that is so often missing in politics. You will be a legend in your own time and will build a legacy that will be looked upon, for years to come, as the politician that is above all of the usual pomp and circumstance.

            Let’s think about the advantage that Obama would have if Hillary were to get out. With the campaign financing problems that John McCain is having (how ironic) Barack can outspend him right up until the convention. This is a chance for Obama to get out ahead of McCain and build his coalition for November.

            Barack could have the best opportunity to win that any Democrat has had since Bill Clinton ran in 1996. However, standing in his way is the Energizer Bunny of the Democrat Primary. She will keep going and going until she effectively sullies her party’s chances at victory. Democrats should be ashamed of her behavior and the effect she is having on the Presidential Race.

Someone should really have a heart to heart talk with Hillary and explain a few things. First the delegate math just doesn’t add up in her favor. Even with the Florida and Michigan delegations seated she would still going to loose. Second, she is keeping the party from uniting behind one candidate. Finally, she is making herself look too ambitious.

Maybe this responsibility should fall to Howard Dean. After all, he is the party chairman. Isn’t it his responsibility to do what is best for the party? Maybe John Kerry should step up and contact Hillary. He did come within an eyelash of being president last election cycle. He is a leader in the Democrat Party Option three is Al Gore. A Nobel Prize goes a long way to establishing credibility and an Oscar doesn’t hurt either.

In all likelihood, none of these people have the gall to take such a bold step. The fear of the Clinton Machine is just too great.

            Here is an open letter to Senator Clinton.

Dear Hillary,

            It's not over! You can still have a good run of luck. Just think, Florida and Michigan's delegates may get seated! You still hold a sizable lead in Pennsylvania! And never discount your husband's influence over the superdelegates. If all of this comes to fruition your dream of becoming the first woman President will be furthered.

            Please don't worry about your personal image or that of your party. You are the most deserving candidate on the Democrat ballot. After all, you have at least finished one term in the United States Senate. And don't forget that you have been fighting for the people for over 35 years. You are definitely more than just a speech in 2004. Remember, you are the candidate of inevitability!

            If worst comes to worst and you get to the convention with a hundred delegate deficit to overcome you can always try to recruit some more of Obama's pledged delegates. It doesn't matter what the voters decide. You deserve your shot.

   Keep up the good work.

   Very Respectfully Yours,

   Brian Iannucci