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November 29th, 2011

Herman & Ginger: A Sad Song on the ‘Trail” ?

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Written by: Verna Smith

For Herman Cain there comes another allegation? Or truth?
Over a period of thirteen years, he allegedly has been having an affair with Ginger White? Herman is married with a wife and children.
Clearly,it appears to be a he said/she said at this stage, although Ginger White from several reports –seem to be able to produce evidence that the two has been in contact pretty often and most recent. Oh! No!

Is this tryst/affair/ scandal– relevant to his campaign’s survival? Absolutely! Taking on the job to become America’s next president is largely about: the candidate, transparency, and particularly that having to do with character. Of course, speaking on the issues: jobs, foreign policy, among other things, are not far behind.

Yet, it would seem that every week there is another ‘juicy’ story about Herman Cain. Surely, he realizes when these allegations of an affair/sexual harassment become headlines, his plans /ideas, to move America forward goes to the trash can. In short, his real message takes second place. Killed by the ‘noise’ from his private life.
He’s now becomes irrelevant as a contender on the Stump. Consequently, many believe its time for him to fold his tents and call elections 2012 a wash! But will he? Tales of Herman and Ginger are now a sad song on his Trail.

Therefore, is it time for Cain to go? Former Congressman Anthony Wiener was forced to quit, and many others tainted by such scandals. I think the answer is yes! But again, will he? There is no doubt, allegations of sexual harassment/adultery will cripple his campaign for good? However, some don’t believe that.

What are your thoughts? Join the conversation!

Verna Smith


About the Author

Verna Smith
Verna Smith loves politics. Its her passion. An award-winning journalist, political commentator and former producer of "The Roundtable"she holds a a BS degree in Broadcast/journalism and M.A. in Political Science from Syracuse University. The editor-in-chief of this website she welcomes you to join in: vibrant, robust conversations here or at VernaPolitics (Twitter) and also at Facebook-- Verna Politics.





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