I've been here for a long time, had some things go well (both in non-digital life and here) and had somethings go horribly wrong (a lot in non-digital life, some here). But I feel I can no longer comment responsibility on politics online. More after the fold if you feel like it...
I get angry easier today than I did when I used to comment here. I found that out today while commenting in a thread at the Michigan Liberal blog (and if any Kossacks have membership at Mlib, please go to some of the recent threads and hiderate my comment, I am completely and utterly ashamed of it). When I comment on politics now my anger seems more likely to be under the surface, and thus more likely to bubble over. Now, when you are in that situation you have two choices..."step down" from commenting on politics or begin working for Fox News. I choose the first option.
I may read the threads but I will never comment and I will never again post a diary. This is going to happen throughout the political blogs. My peace of mind, my character, and my blood pressure need me to make this change.
For those I've hurt in the past with comments I apologize, for any I've helped over the years I am glad for that.
Goodbye folks, it has been an exciting 5 1/2 years or so.