And another chair in the House goes empty…for now. For the record, I do not concur with Dionne’s Lamentations™ over Obey’s departure in this little fluff piece, but I DO rather enjoy Obey’s reasons for abandoning ship…go read it-it’s great theater. In the meantime, enjoy one of my all time favorite bands portraying my joy…

Consider this an Open thread…

** (defined in the Urban Dictionary as waving the peace sign and gettin’ outta Dodge)

[UPDATE]: Dave’s graciously allowed me to add my traditional comment: David Obey cuts and runs. – Moe Lane.