I followed a post by Mother Jones last night – and viewed many video clips they offered of Chris Christie treating normal people very inappropriately. In those same clips, however, he appeared to address questions and issues in a straightforward manner – which I found very refreshing for a politician.

IMO, too many politicians talk a lot and say very, very little – unless they are in a “safe” crowd – defined as one where their message will be appealing and not leaked out or not shared externally (oops, says Mitt Romney !!!).

So what to do? My opinion is that the voters of NJ get to decide how to evaluate the rough side of their governor with other behaviors he displays – and with his positions on issues. If I remember correctly, NJ voters reelected this man by a very healthy margin. Is it appropriate for me, the lil ole Cornhusker to question a strong majority of NJ voters?

Now, if I ever get to vote in an election where this guy is a candidate, I will evaluate my choices, each candidate’s strengths and weaknesses (which they are forever trying to hide from us) and cast my ballot.

Of course, in Nebraska independents do not get to vote in GOP primary elections – so I may never get the chance !!!

One last point: most often in the Christie videos, the questioner or “citizen” was pretty uncivil as well. So maybe all of us have a lesson to learn here – can we discuss and debate with civility?

Postscript: the bridge issue is not yet done. Recently uncovered messaging seems to indicate that possibly two others on Christie’s staff knew of the action and supported it.This includes the individual that the Governor appointed to lead the investigation into the issue. Hmmmm … the story may yet unfold and the Governor may be more entangled that he claims !! Time and news will tell.