August 18, 2014 11:09 AM

HK: Perry wins initial PR offensive but trials differ from court of public opinion

Boils down to Lehmberg video vs. financial quid pro quo for retaining or firing a public official

A successful press offensive does not necessarily translate into an effective criminal defense. Would that were not true, Governor Rick Perry’s indictments would be dismissed in a summary judgment.

The Governor’s defense so far is that he has an undeniable and constitutional right to veto and that the prosecution is a partisan witch hunt.

Good PR, but not particularly accurate or relevant.

By Harvey Kronberg