PAST IS PROLOGUE

The Daily Herald reports that the Christine Cegelis Campaign is reminding voters that Peter Roskam began his political career in the employ of the recently indicted Tom DeLay.

But Rich Miller of the Capital Fax wonders if "this could be a tough case to make."

I don't think it is at all tough to make the case because there is no question that Peter Roskam's strong ties to Tom DeLay have bookended his entire political career:

• 20 years ago, Peter Roskam's life in politics began in the office of Tom DeLay.

• Just last Thurday, less than a week before Tom Delay was indicted for his part in a criminal conspiracy centered on his campaign fundraising, DeLay hosted a $500 per plate campaign fundraiser for Peter Roskam.

Tom DeLay is the alpha and omega of Peter Roskam's political life.

Case closed.