He's one of those politicians whose position is so secure he could have sex with a billygoat on Main Street and still get re-elected. He can be the real Democrat other Democratic representatives (those in the tight races) only wish they could be.

National Press Club speech, along with more background than you can shake a stick at. This page will be the core of the Democratic opposition, from those few Democrats who can afford to get stuck with another failed war without losing their districts.

Note the use of the word "escalation." This is deliberate, and actual memos are probably going out on this encouraging its use. Look for it to be all over the media shortly. Sure as hell, every Democratic politician will throw it into their talking points.