Tom DeLay's Face Makes Me Cry

Here is the following letter DeLay sent to the House resigning his post as Republican Majority Leader. I wish I could truthfully say that the text in red is the Lord up above talking, but alas, it is just me. This letter is from CNN.com and it was posted January 7, 2006

Dear Colleague,

Today, I have asked Speaker Hastert to convene our conference for the purpose of electing a new majority leader, You asked? No way in hell did you want this, Republican leadership is getting ready for the midterm elections the position I have been honored to fill these past three years through the trust and confidence of our colleagues more like bribery, pressure, and threats.

During my time in Congress, I have always acted in an ethical manner within the rules of our body and the laws of our land um, can we say gerrymandering? your wife on the payroll? do I need to go any further?. I am fully confident time will bear this out when it is covered up by getting the right-wing radio and media to tout your innocense and sound off on how the liberals are all lying and trying to kill baby Jesus (ok, a little too far maybe).

However, we live in serious times and the United States House of Representatives must be focused on the job of protecting our nation and meeting the daily challenges facing the American people. History has proven that when House Republicans are united and focused, success follows The last couple of times House Republicans were truly united would have to be to vote for the disastrous war in Iraq, the civil liberty-eroding Patriot Act and to impeach a President for lying about sex... Talk about a cohesive body.

While we wage these important battles, I cannot allow our adversaries to divide and distract our attention. Mr. DeLay, you have always been at the forefront of dividing and distracting the public's and lawmaker's attention away from the very important issues I will continue to stand up for the issues I care so deeply about and work with you all on these priorities What issues? Stopping them there homosexuals from getting hitched? Tax cuts for the rich? I am constantly thankful for the support of my constituents in recent days as well as over the years they have allowed me to serve them. I will continue to work every day to fulfill their trust, and yours. Give me a break

Regards, Tom DeLay

The Truth with Jokes

Well, I have finally started reading Al's new book over break and I have to say I prefer his last book, Lies. Lies was a way overdue rebuttal to the garbage that irresponsible right-wing fanatics have been labeling as "books" and peddling to the lowest common denominator. Franken dismantled their disgusting, character-insulting rhetoric in his typical, witty fashion. Don't get me wrong, The Truth is a terrific read, but Franken is becoming more of a reporter by offering commentary on some heavy stuff. I agree with everything he is saying, but I guess I am just not used to his transformation. Air America has definitely sharpened his observation. I could sit here and quote some of the funniest lines form the book, but it would take me all day. A must read.

Buy it

P.S. sorry I haven't posted in ages, but my internet has been down and I had my wisdom teeth pulled. More to come.