[mlizzy]

I found this in an article written recently on Akin, and I suppose this is the way I think too. I'm liking this man more and more:

But he is well known in Washington for his spirited pursuit of legislation on social issues, even in cases where it stands no chance of becoming law. Akin has sponsored or co-sponsored a raft of legislation affecting abortion, including a proposal that would ban all federal funding for abortions. He has also sought to require parental consent for minors who want birth control. --Link

Is it any wonder why this man was "chosen" to deliver this particular gaffe?

[JediJones]

He’s a staunch, independent Christian and fiscal conservative right down the line. If he was a “team player” the GOP wouldn’t have thrown him under the bus like they have.