The latest TIME offers an interesting take on outgoing U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi?s decision to push for continued service as leader of House Democrats:
Republicans can barely contain their glee at Pelosi?s unexpected decision. Politicians sometimes feign surprise as a spin tactic, but in this case the amazed delight of leading conservatives is genuine. They?re thrilled that one of their favorite figures for demonization, an unwilling star of their campaign advertising and rhetoric, remains an easy target for future attacks.
Many Democrats, too, are incredulous that the San Francisco liberal plans to stay put after what they see as an overwhelming repudiation of the Washington triumvirate of Pelosi, Barack Obama, and Harry Reid.
Given her track record, there?s no wonder Republicans are happy to get an early Christmas present from Pelosi.
