Jerk Status Not Gay Status Prevents McGreevey’s Priest Bid

Monday, 25 April 2011 | by Pat's Picks

Quote of the day: “It was not being gay but for being a jackass.” Former Governor of New Jersey Jim McGreevey—the guy who made national headlines back in 2004 after announcing he was a “gay American” and resigning—wants to become an ordained Episcopal priest. But the church, which has a track record of welcoming gay clergy, has denied his request says the New York Post. not because of his sexual orientation but because he’s kind of a jerk. Apparently, the church is worried about McGreevey very bitter divorce—some in the organization think the former governor is using his bid for the priesthood as a way to remake his reputation.

Here’s McGreevey’s resignation speech from 2004. Below is his ex-wife says she was “surprised” by the disclosure.