> disappointed that the CPH proposal wasn’t more

> thoughtfully considered.  It was put forward as a sincere

> effort at compromise, towards an outcome that was less

> than perfect but better than the status quo, and yet still

> achievable within our timeframe. Unfortunately, we retreated

> to our usual corners and dug in along party lines.

My sentiments exactly. Just sending a quick note of support for James’ comment and the CPH proposal, which is all I have time to do at the moment, but will weigh in in response to some of the reactions to Bladel’s message later over the weekend.

--MM