Ex-congressman John Burton, influential California Democrat, dies at 92
John Burton, influential California Democrat, dies at 92. The quip “Never pass by a urinal, never trust a fart, and never ignore an erection” is attributed to him. His office wall held a framed jock strap embroidered with the words “I am a Burton supporter.” In 1998, after he was elected Senate president pro tempore, … [Read more…]