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In reply to the discussion: Sen. Dan Patrick confirms time in psychiatric hospital [View all]psiman
(64 posts)3. Good for Senator Patrick
He appears to be something of a dick in his politics, but a few happy pills in the eighties is quite seriously not a big deal. Given the times he probably did a mountain of blow on the side, but nobody keeps records on that.
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Is a person's mental health a reasonable factor to know when considering a vote?
Android3.14
May 2014
#21
Seeking help is a positive sign. Those that are ill and never seek help should worry us more. nt
Xipe Totec
May 2014
#28
She seems to be...I always considered her to be the most creative thinker I have ever known.
CTyankee
May 2014
#50
And this is why you shouldnt seek professional help if you have a mental illness.
951-Riverside
May 2014
#5
Wow, finding a republican who actually sought mental health is like finding the holy grail!
Zipgun
May 2014
#9
Judge him on the merits of what he inflicts on others, not on what he is afflicted with. . .
Journeyman
May 2014
#15
It doesn't give his opponent a reason to capitalize upon his past helplessness
Judi Lynn
May 2014
#18
The Houston Chronicle article you attached says Patrick has been open about this treatment.
Paladin
May 2014
#29
Has no honor, and knows no shame - Isn't that the motto of the Republican Party? nt
Xipe Totec
May 2014
#20
I worked in McGoverns headquaters in 72 and that was a different era. At least for the Democrats.
jwirr
May 2014
#39