David Vitter

Underdog Challenges Vitter To Mixed Martial Arts Steel Cage Match

Brian Beutler | September 8, 2010, 6:21PM

Senator David Vitter (R-LA)

Mike Spears, a real dark horse independent candidate for Louisiana Senate has come up with a great stunt for getting votbloggers' attention: Challenge David Vitter to a Ultimate Fighting Championship-style steel cage free for all.

The Daily Advertiser reports:

Spears issued the challenge at a press conference to announce USA-MMAS "Return of the Champions" on Oct. 16 at the Cajundome.

Citing the 2007 scandal in which Vitter was linked to a Washington D.C. prostitution ring, Spears billed the bout as a modern day duel.

"Sen. Vitter's behavior - his admission to breaking the law in 2007 - has insulted the honor of Louisiana and the Louisiana Senate seat," Spears said.

"I'm in this race, and this fight, to restore the honor of Louisiana and of the nation as well."

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