How did I miss this one?

Former Washington, D.C. Mayor Marion Barry, yes he of the ?government entrapped me to snort cocaine? defense, has just won a Democratic primary for a seat on the D.C. city council ? and thus essentially the post itself.

At least Barry plans to make use of his particular experience:

D.C. Council Chairman Linda W. Cropp telephoned Mr. Barry yesterday and suggested they meet to discuss his future on the council. Mr. Barry told The Washington Times that he knew what he would tell her.

“I want a committee [chairmanship],” said Mr. Barry, “You can’t count me as a freshman, I’ve been in city government too long.” He said he wanted to run either the judiciary or the human services committee.

Yes, definitely, the judiciary committee. Pundits and editorial cartoonists are begging and pleading for that.