Sarah Palin of Alaska announced she is stepping down.  She gave no good reason but the speculation includes talk that her move is a reaction to public criticism like that recently made by Late Night comedian David Letterman.

Mark Sanford of South Carolina continues to battle calls for his resignation.  The Lt. Governor of South Carolina cited Letterman jokes as a reason why the governor should step down.

There is no local version of Letterman but former Democratic running mate Dennie Oxley should know that his recent legal trouble is the source of much Statehouse humor. 

The future is bleak whenever a politician becomes a punchline.