Milwaukee Mayor Beaten with Pipe!

[Aramike]

http://www.jsonline.com/news/milwaukee/53347442.html

It started with an urgent plea for help late Saturday night as he walked to his car after a State Fair outing with his family.
And it ended with Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett lying in a pool of blood with a broken hand after he rushed to confront a pipe-wielding suspect officials described as a "vicious thug."

All I can say is, I'm super proud of this guy and wish him a speedy recovery!

As an aside, I have to say that, he's a Democrat but one of the most practice-what-you-preach fellows I can remember in politics. While I don't always agree with his policies, I was incredibly happy when he fought to overturn the ultra-liberal mandatory sick pay referrendum passed here last year.

Also, I find nothing more telling about this guy's character is that, this attack occurred after he left the WI State Fair with his family, and he did not have ANY security detail with him, although he's entitled to one at his option. But, he generally does not travel with them on his personal time because the money comes from taxpayers. Frankly, I think he should (visible public officials need protection) and probably will for now on, but it was a nice gesture.

Here's to a speedy recovery, Mr. Mayor!