What an embarrassment!

NEW ORLEANS Dec 10, 2006 (AP)— U.S. Rep. William Jefferson easily defeated his fellow Democratic opponent in Saturday's runoff, despite an ongoing federal bribery investigation.

With 44 percent of the precincts reporting, Jefferson, Louisiana's first black congressman since Reconstruction, led with 61 percent of the vote over state Rep. Karen Carter, who had 39 percent.

Carter was unable to capitalize on a scandal that included allegations the FBI found $90,000 in bribe money in Jefferson's freezer.

In a concession speech, Carter embraced family members and pledged to work with Jefferson, especially on the area's recovery from Hurricane Katrina.

"I guess the people are happy with the status-quo," she said.

C'mon people. Show a little dignity. Your congressman had $90,000 in cash hidden in a freezer. The guy is a criminal and an embarrassment to the U.S. Congress and the people who voted for him are idiots.