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New York Gov. Eliot Spitzer today ended a once-promising political career that some thought could have ended in the White House. In a televised spectacle almost OJ-like in its scope, Wall Street's mortal enemy resigned after being linked to a prostitution ring.

Spitzer, who never had a problem with low self-esteem, didn't seem contrite during his initial public apology to his wife. He was more graceful today though not as apologetic as the media says he should have been. Spitzer at least seemed sorry.

"In the past few days, I have begun to atone for my private failings," he told the media throng. "From those whom much is given, much is expected."

Spitzer added that he was "deeply sorry" and that he looks upon his short time in office with "a sense of what might have been." His resignation is effective Monday. Lt. Gov. David A. Patterson will take over.

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