But everyone else does it

As many of you know, former Cuyahoga County Commissioner Jimmy Dimora is standing trial for a host of crimes. He is quoted as saying, "I only did what everyone else is doing." That's the defense that most fourth graders use when trying to wiggle out of a consequence.

Whether found innocent or guilty, Dimora and his cronies need to re-learn what their parents tried to teach them as children. Be your own person. Tell the truth. Think for yourself. Don't cheaat others. Play fair. Develop a conscience.