Newt Gingrich is what we used to call a sociopath. The DSM has been rewritten to remove any genetic components from the definition, but go ahead and read this and see if you don't see Newt staring back at you:
A) There is a pervasive pattern of disregard for and violation of the rights of others occurring since age 15 years, as indicated by three or more of the following:
* failure to conform to social norms with respect to lawful behaviors as indicated by repeatedly performing acts that are grounds for arrest;
* deception, as indicated by repeatedly lying, use of aliases, or conning others for personal profit or pleasure;
* impulsiveness or failure to plan ahead;
* irritability and aggressiveness, as indicated by repeated physical fights or assaults;
* reckless disregard for safety of self or others;
* consistent irresponsibility, as indicated by repeated failure to sustain consistent work behavior or honor financial obligations;
* lack of remorse, as indicated by being indifferent to or rationalizing having hurt, mistreated, or stolen from another....
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Antisocial_personality_disorder
So there's our guy, remorseless, impulsive, and unbound by conscience or decency. Once he gets close enough to strike, we should assume that he will attempt to kill everyone in his way to get what he wants.
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