Karl-Theodor zu Guttenberg, one for him painful but necessary step has been completed. For this he deserves a minimum of respect. The venom with which one calls him behind some still suggests However, all too clearly pointed out that many do not trigger a doctorate and was the subject of excitement, but some very primitive social resentment (and of course envy of the mediocre) inspired the rebellion.
The protest of the science and the educated classes was legitimate, the oozing prejudice and malice of a mental complex charged lower middle class, all this hate will destroy what is different in some way, or even lifted, but has left a bad taste. The way in which were blended with the media in some academic performance and family background was not productive, honest and intellectually richer than the also resentment of certain theses of Dr. (sic) Thilo Sarrazin.
Not only the critics Guttenberg's made mistakes. The attributes launched and now hundreds of thousands of signed declarations of solidarity for Karl-Theodor zu Guttenberg ("We do Guttenberg back") can - despite their idealism - see next to a certain ignorance of the actual situation and a certain lack of understanding regarding the inner motivations Guttenberg, from all political posts back, and retire to private life.
Guttenberg's resignation was necessary and obligatory, but he was not forced on others. Guttenberg had - The usual and probably inevitable Bavarian snipers aside - the officially declared his party's backing and that of his chancellor. His resignation was an expression of the autonomous will of the people Guttenberg to clean up his honor. And that should just be accepted by those who worship him.
Honos carior vita! (Latin for "The honor is about the life"). The complex concept of honor includes public reputation, integrity and inner God-given human dignity. The defense and if necessary rectify the personal honor - not as driven, but through action of their own moral power - is the overriding Prerequisite for independent living in freedom and dignity.
The honor is for life, that is also a political existence, is "more expensive" than power, influence and a brilliant career. This insight is far from trivial, because in politics come true instead of "Honos vita carior" all too often the phrase "power eating honor." Against the temptations of power, probably no one is permanently immune. Also, Karl-Theodor zu Guttenberg has undoubtedly committed mistakes, but he has let go of the power and ultimately back to the prudent principles are, what his education and to express the attitude of his family to claim him.
Whether Guttenberg ever draws a return to politics into consideration, should not and can not now stand up for debate. He chose to return to itself. This must be respected. Questionable and unthinking cult of personality, shrill cries for the resignation of the resignation did not even get that kind of respect not begin to express.
Who wants to show solidarity with Guttenberg should inherit its central and yet so simple political message as a minister. This is: "Support our troops!". Such a show of support probably knew the former chief employer of the Bundeswehr to appreciate without any restrictions.
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