Especially since Hastert had his staff put out a statement last night that he knew nothing about it.
No, what it demonstrates is that Hastert did not have any knowledge of the actual content of the emails, and was not in a position to comment, as I read it - the family of the former page in question contacted their Congressman, who in turn took their concerns to Congressman Reynolds, who brought it to the attention of the Speaker.
It would be safe to say that there are so many allegations that fly around the House of improper conduct each and every day that it cannot be expected for the Speaker to have detailed knowledge of each and every one. That is why he designates and delegates other members to look into things like this.
The fact is, Foley betrayed his trust, to the Nation, to the House, to his fellow (former) Members, and to his Constituents. He should be investigated and if he appears to have broken federal and/or state laws, should be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law, with the maximum sentence possible, because as someone who cozied up with John Walsh of "America's Most Wanted" in past efforts to allegedly protect America's children, this is a horrible example of hypocrisy and if found guilty, Foley needs to be made an example of.
I'm curious to see what comment (if any) Walsh has to make tonight on his program.
Hastert is stupid. Newwwwwwwwwwwwwwwtttttttttt. Help