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| The famous screenshot of a video I have no doubt we will all eventually see |
As much as today was a disappointing day for Torontonians, as our leader was confirmed to be a disgrace to his city, I have to say that today I was kind of proud.
I was proud of our officials that represent the public in law enforcement - yes - our police. The same police force that has been under scrutiny this year for a couple use of force mishaps (to say it lightly) - has shown me, and us, that even when it comes to people with pull (cue the mayor), allegations that involve the law deserve to be investigated.
When the drug raids (named Project Traveler) near Rob Ford's alleged drug use video site, happened earlier this year, somehow we all knew Rob Ford would be involved. Now - to find out that there was an entire investigation headed up based on Rob Ford, is shocking, and titillating.
Now - I didn't think Rob Ford was responsible enough to lead a city like Toronto, even before this scandal, but this....well...even the die-hard Ford Nation supporters, have got to draw the line somewhere. In municipal politics, where even the mayor has no more pull than any other councillor, we deserve better leadership, and I think everyone is starting to realize this now. This will no doubt be a disgraceful time for the image of Toronto, but how everyone can pull together and agree on one thing: that Rob Ford has to go, is something to build upon.
Even if he keeps himself in office (because as of now, he's the only person that can make that call), all Torontonians have something in common, and that's huge for a city that has felt so divided for so long.
The next election will now be a debate over who can beat the negativity that Rob Ford has brought to the city, rather than who can beat Rob Ford himself.
Stay tuned - this story will only get more juicy!
**Update: Rob Ford is slowly coming unravelled here**
**Update (11/5): Rob Ford has finally admitted the worst kept secret, he has smoked crack/cocaine**
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