Ashes

His political career is over… probably.

Unlike many, he took civil rights seriously.

He was a “freedom rider”.

Unlike Goodman, Chaney and Schwerner,

He survived his ride, and refused to post bond.

Spent two months in a Jackson, Mississippi prison.

For the prior ten years,

Before winning the 2012 San Diego Mayors’ election,

Bob, as a Congressman, was well regarded

By the people he represented, especially the minorities.

Bob Filner is now a man vilified for behavior

“Unfit for public office”.

After years of failing to adhere to the ground rules,

The man was tagged a serial abuser.

Part good guy, part creep, very bright.

It’s really a shame.