Even as he was embattled by the bulge in his skivvies, he ignored those high-level calls for his resignation. He held out for three weeks as lean and hungry New York pols cast lots for his garments.
Weiner is out because a woman who dances buck-naked for tips claimed to be so grossed out by his sexual innuendos and lies that she felt compelled to "set the record straight." This from a woman who reportedly made a living by having sex on camera with any stud du jour that central casting sent her way.
The moment she and attack attorney Gloria Allred appeared behind a bouquet of microphones Wednesday, we knew that Weiner was soon to be "the former."
"I think Anthony Weiner should resign," she read from a prepared statement, "because he lied to the media and the public.
"If he told the truth, it might not have turned into this."
Really? What would it have turned into? When a congressman admits to posting pictures of his nether regions on the Internet and talking dirty with women he's never met, his seat is no longer safe.
Are we to believe he was in more trouble for what he covered up than what he exposed? I don't think so.
"If he lied about this . . ." Lee said as her voice trailed off.
Usually, when a lowlife takes the high road, it rings hollow. But Lee pulled it off (you'll pardon the expression) with aplomb. Allred, who represented several of Tiger Woods' playmates, stood by offering moral support. Later she embraced Lee and cooed something soothing into her ear.
Allred told reporters that Lee went into hiding after Weiner urged her to lie. It may have been her longest period under cover since her career began.
She told reporters that she repeatedly resisted Weiner's attempts to take their 100 email and Twitter posts in a sexual direction, preferring instead to talk about politics. He also gave her career tips.
