Blagojevich Scandal

(delusional, narcissistic, vengeful, and profane)

Chicago: "Little in Governor Rod Blagojevich's background prepared the people of Illinois for the man who was revealed in the criminal complaint that has dropped like a bombshell here. Delusional, narcissistic, vengeful and profane, Blagojevich as portrayed by federal prosecutors shocked even his most ardent detractors."

—Excerpts compiled from
"In scandal, mouth matches ego; Governor's purported behavior stuns even detractors";
by by Susan Sauley, Monica Davey, and Jack Healy; International Herald Tribune;
December 11, 2008; pages 1 & 6.
ardent
Displaying or characterized by strong feelings.
delusional
False belief or opinion.
detractors
People who have spoken ill of or belittled.
narcissistic
A psychological condition characterized by self-preoccupation, lack of empathy, and unconscious deficits in self-esteem.
profane
Vulgar, coarse, contemptuous.
purported
Indicated, intended, presented.
scandal
Damage to reputation or character caused by public disclosure of immoral or grossly improper behavior; disgrace.

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