Anyone remember R. Budd Dwyer - PA treasure who killed himself on TV in '87?

Question

Whether he was guilty of the federal charges or not, is irrellevent. He became a different beast when he so inconsideratley put those reporters through the gruesome scene of his sick death. He didn't care that they would have nightmares for years after that and they would have to seek therapy. R. Budd Dwyer was one completely selfish SOB

Answer 1

Yes, I do remember, most TV stationed didn't want to air it of course.  But these kind of suicides are the worst, I think, totally self-absorbed and inconsiderate...

Answer 2

I saw the film recorded as it happened.  Unbelievable.

Answer 3

He wasn't selfish..he gave what they were hoping for....to sell papers and get veiwers to watch their show.

Answer 4

what??? where did he do this? at a press conference? did he just blow his head off?

Answer 5

You sir...are an idiot. An innocent man commits suicide and your worried about reporters?? Get a life...Mr. CEO...and we know thats a lie....lol.