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John Edgar case



The Press
May 4, 1998

Teacher may enter politics
NZPA

Hamilton - The former Hamilton teacher acquitted of indecency charges is considering going into politics.

John Edgar's name and face have been splashed all over the country since the verdict on the eight charges was handed down last Tuesday.

But he is considering the further public exposure a political career would bring.

``After this publicity it can't get much worse,'' he said.

At this stage it was only an idea and next year's general election was too soon.

Dr Edgar, 38, is not sure which party he would stand for.