(This technically isn't about "politics" per se, but rather about a politician. If for any reason this belongs in another forum, mods, please feel free to move it.)
The other day I first heard about Budd Dwyer. For those who don't know, he was a politician who committed suicide on live T.V. on January 22, 1987. As I was less than two years old at the time, obviously I have no memory of the event. This question is directed more toward the older, Western-born (particularly American, obviously) TFers: did you witness the suicide when it was shown on T.V., and do you have any memories of it? What were your thoughts, reactions, etc. If this topic seems morbid or tasteless, I apologize, but I am honestly curious.
P.S. If this is too offensive, don't hesitate to delete it.