Hazel, Hazel, Hazel!

Dear Hazel Blears,

While I definitely err on the side of the latter in the work/life balance debacle, can I just say that, short of having your loved ones gunned down in cold blood, no "family reasons" are compelling enough to justify ones resignation the day before an election? Especially one as crucial as the European Parliament where the BNP are likely to gain a foothold. (Nazi skinheads FTW?!)

Also, Hazel? Your excuse may have been more believable were you not about to get into trouble for that wee expenses snafu. I know it sucks that there is extra pressure on women in politics, given there are so few of you, but, damn, girl! This is not the kind of representation we were hoping for ...

Please unresign. You can always reresign at a later date, maybe one that won't have such a destabilising effect on the party - and more importantly, the constituents - you promised to faithfully serve.

Kthnxbai,

Dr. Plog xo