Could the white whale be far behind

The president, from whom we expect no good, this week put Sudanese leaders in a half-nelson and called the situation in Darfur genocide.

Then yesterday, called for strict new standards for emissions of greenhouse gases.

And now.

I'm waiting for the other shoe to drop. What horrendous thing is this man going to do now that he's softened us up with these rabbit punches?

It's a worry, especially after his Texas ravings, reported this week.

Don't call me Ishmael. But you can call me worried.