Had a mother in law named Irene. I prefer the hurricane.

@EzraKlein is right. Anyone who says they know what happens next is lying. DC has no shortage of liars. Just ask my ex-wife’s lawyer.

The problem with political theater is that it eventually bumps into reality. And reality is a bitch.

RIP Columbo. In your honor we’ll chew a cigar and ask one more question.

@jakerubindc called me a “funny fake.” I’ve been called worse.

Screw the deal, I’m shutting down.

Note: First divorce. Second one wasn’t so bad. Had nothing to take.

This budget negotiation is looking like my divorce. We’re going to need a bigger doghouse.

I have not been essential since ‘92. I had the bathroom key on the Harkin campaign.

Govt staff who think they’re essential, to paraphrase Gen Charles De Gaulle, The graveyards and bars are full of essential men