AKA: "A political statement so painfully cautious and/or ridiculously understated that it's hard not to laugh at it."
Q: Does the President-elect believe the governor should resign?
A: Yes. The President-elect agrees with Lt. Governor Quinn and many others that under the current circumstances it is difficult for the Governor to effectively do his job and serve the people of Illinois.
Office of the President Elect
Statement to the Associated Press
December 10, 2008
"Despite the best that has been done by everyone . . . the war situation has developed not necessarily to Japan's advantage."
Emperor Hirohito
Surrender Broadcast
August 15, 1945
Let's hope it doesn't become a habit.