It would be dangerous territory if I wasn't practising what I preach which is to always accept responsibility, always accept the consequences of your actions.

The victims wanted closure. They wanted him to accept responsibility for his actions. They wanted him to go to prison as soon as possible.

I want to take full responsibility for my actions, and to that end, I am submitting a letter of resignation as Chairman of the House Regulated Industries Committee to Speaker Glenn Richardson.

If what I am doing isn't working, I must change what I am doing to improve the situation.

What you do to others, you do to yourself.

When you make your decision, remember you'll have to live with the consequences.