January 31, 2006 will go down in history as a watershed in American politics.
On January 31, 2006 Coretta Scott King passed away, leaving the King legacy an un-realized dream, and the civil rights movement without a standard bearer.
On January 31, 2006 the confirmation of Samuel Alito to the US Supreme Court ended the 50 year march of progress championed by activist citizens and protected by a balanced judiciary.
On January 31, 2006 facing approval ratings below 40% and with 57% of the nation expressing the belief that the nation is on the wrong track, George W. Bush gave a "State of the Union" address which failed on every count to address the pressing needs of the American People.
On January 31, 2006, George W. Bush sealed the fate of his Presidency, ensuring a Democratic takeover of one or more houses of Congress and his own Impeachment.
Thank You, Mr. Bush. Expect confirmation of our appreciation in the form of a subpoena around this time next year.