Ok, the above title is paraphrasing. But the attitude demonstrated by Jack Straw at 8.10am on the Today programme will only fan the flames of disillusionment already felt by the public towards their political representatives. The Taxi-gate 4 did "nothing wrong" and they were "stupid" because they were "suckered into a sting", Not because they abused their positions, Jack? Not because they have dealt another blow, post expense-gate, to the standing of the British Parliamentarian? Not because they have broken the spirit of the law, if not the letter? Making a case because you feel it's right (call it lobbying if you will) should be considered (informed) bias - making a case for cash when you hold public office should be considered corruption.
And no investigation is to follow. No public light will be shone into the opaque heart of government. No one will lose their job. No trust will be restored.
