RINGO

I don’t know what to say. I honestly don’t. I know I should say something…I worked with the man. But just saying, “He was a terrific artist and I was thrilled to have the opportunity to co-create comic books with him” seems inadequate when faced with a 44-year-old vegetarian in great shape whose heart gives out.

Saying “My condolences to all concerned” likewise seems facile and insufficient.

No words.

PAD

Karl Rove’s Book

On an episode of “West Wing,” John deLancie played a manipulative pollster who was happy to sacrifice all sense of morality in order to win an election. And Tobey said to him, “I finally figured out who you are.” deLancie’s character said, “He’s going to say ‘Satan.'” And Tobey said, “No. You’re the guy who runs into the 7-11 to buy Satan a pack of cigarettes.”

Satan’s real life cigarette buyer, Karl Rove, has announced that he’ll be scampering off the sinking ship of the Bush administration come the end of August. The speculation is that he’ll be writing a book.

Thoughts as to an appropriate title?

PAD