The Democratic governor of New York, Eliott Spitzer, has admitted to senior officials that he is involved in a prostitution ring.

Did I mention this is a Democrat? I did? Oh, OK. I’m taking a cue from the media, who always make sure to identify Republicans caught in scandals with 80-point headlines. It’s all about accuracy.

UPDATE at 3/10/08 11:37:50 am:

The word “Democrat” does not appear in this Associated Press article: NY governor linked to prostitution ring.

UPDATE at 3/10/08 11:58:35 am:

The word “Democrat” does not appear in this CNN article: N.Y. Times: New York governor linked to prostitution - CNN.com.

UPDATE at 3/10/08 12:05:04 pm:

Spitzer is a Kos Kid: Daily Kos :: Diaries - Eliot Spitzer.

UPDATE at 3/10/08 12:17:30 pm:

He just finished a very short statement and did not officially resign.