Kwame's Kover-up

The Mayor of the fair city of Detroit has now broken his week-long silence on the text-message sex scandal that was exposed last week.

We have seen many of these contrite, public apologies from politicians, celebrities, athletes, televangilists, etc. that haven't been able to keep their pants zipped. They almost always parade the downtrodden wife out in front of the lights to stand behind him and try to look re-devoted.

But in what I think was a brilliant move by Kwame, he actually had her speak. She did a fine job, and was likely very sincere in what she said.

So as far a the personal issue goes, he has said his piece and probably was successful in getting that part of the issue into the rear-view mirror. Personally, I had not a care in what he or Carlita are working out between them, and how they will try and move forward. It's good for the children involved, and so best of luck to them.

So as the sun came up this morning over Detroit, many will feel OK about the Mayor. The problem is, the real issue isn't about Kwame's Konquests or how he makes amends for it at home. The problem is that he could have done this same exact thing a year ago, and not cost the city nine million dollars trying to cover it up, and clearly committing perjury in the process.

So the process that plays out from here will be an interesting one. Will Prosecutor Kim Worthy be worthy of the job that needs to be done to uphold the law? Will anyone make her accountable if she doesn't? Knowing the people that hold power over the city in government, business and even the churches, the answer is probably no.

And again, the people of Detroit will get exactly what they deserve.