A tip of the cap to TNR for bringing this candidate to our attention. Zane Starkwolf is the young Republican candidate for the California 1st District. He has gotten attention for a robo-call, usually a bad sign. Judge for yourself:

Yes for Zane

His statement on the controversial robo-call is beautifully vague and can be found on his campaign website.

I acknowledge that the idea behind the ad, and indeed the execution of the call, was not the safe route to take. And if my run for office was simply for personal gain, I would not have taken a risk.

In other words, the issues are too important not to use a porny-sounding ad. I have to take risks, people.

But Zane sounds like an appealing candidate on the issues. He opposes the Patriot Act and the bailout. And his plan for Iraq seems to be: declare victory and leave immediately. I endorse him.