I have to admit that I have a mix of emotions today with Atkins’ resignation. I am sad that it came to this. I am sorry for Adkins’ family. I sincerely hope John gets the help that it sounds like he needs. On the other hand, I am ecstatic that the system worked. I am happy that the BS that he and “Scum of the Earth” Oberle hinted at didn’t cause any waffling.
Most of all I am proud of Dave Burris for being a stand up guy. Understandably, Dave couldn’t take a stand for a long time, but when he really felt that this had gone far enough and that Adkins had finally worn out his welcome, he took decisive action at considerable risk. Thank you, Dave.
I would also like the record to state that I would not have been in favor of expulsion except for the fact that he lied to the ethics committee. He did knowingly lie, and for that he earned this outcome.