Pubdate: Fri, 27 Aug 1999 Source: Houston Chronicle (TX) Copyright: 1999 Houston Chronicle Contact: http://www.chron.com/ Forum: http://www.chron.com/content/hcitalk/index.html Page: 35A (op-ed page) Author: Frank Huschle I'VE READ A LOT OF DRIVEL I've read a lot of drivel lately from George W. Bush and others about his comments regarding his prior use of drugs. I say "use of drugs" because a person would have to be a complete idiot not to figure out that he probably used more than marijuana in his early days. Why not just come out and say it, George? Or maybe it's too late for a dose of honesty. But the people of this country are sick and tired of "double-speak." We've had a belly full from the Clintons. Are the politicians so groomed by their public relations people that they can't even give us a hint of honesty? It's no wonder a guy such as Jesse Ventura can get elected governor of Minnesota. He laid it all on the line and let the chips fall where they may. He may have offended a lot of people, but many voted for him because he was more believable than not. A comment from Bush such as, "I learned from mistakes I may or may not have made," really makes people want to hurl. And with almost 15 months before the presidential election, I don't know if I can stand it that long. Frank Huschle, Alvin - --- MAP posted-by: Derek Rea