I don't know how much has reached you about Murtha (one of the few bright spots that my state has sent to Washington), but he was the one who made headlines months ago by coming onto the floor and calling for a withdrawal of troops. Neocons spun this as a 'cut-and-run' strategy, and some poor (not really) rookie Congresswoman responded by saying, "Marines don't cut and run". The criticism rose Murtha to the status of cult hero for the anti-war set, an unexpected ally in the legislature with the clout of vet status.

At his age and political status, Murtha has no reason to grandstand and it is good to hear him fighting the good fight yet again.