The Democrats in Illinois would rather the corrupt governor retain the power to appoint the state's next senator than allow the people of Illlinois decide on Barack Obama's replacement in the senate. That's right, Democrats won't strip Rod Blogojevich, caught on tape stating that he wants something of personal value in exchange for the senate appointment, of the power to choose the state's next senator. All power to the people, except when the party loses power--then all power to the party.

yo man, i fillin disanfranchized!

In the "credit where credit is due" department, kudos to Dick Durbin for actually calling for a special election.

Although I'll understand if people would rather assign this to the "blind pig who finds a truffle" department.