Since this is America, you have a choice:

You can either not pay your taxes and be confirmed as secretary of health and human services.

Or, you can hear the latest episode of our "It's All Politics" podcast, which offers the Listener an opportunity to hear Rod Blagojevich at his contrite and apologetic best.

Credits —
Nonstop talkers: Ron Elving and Ken Rudin
Producer: Evie Stone

Here's a nice note from Jonathan Oppenheimer:

I'm a dedicated listener to the podcast. Being a professional conservationist in Idaho requires a good sense of humor, and I appreciate your contribution to my sanity every week.

I also heard from Stacy Yip, who says she "religiously listens to the podcast." When I explained to her that I firmly believe in the separation of church and podcast, she explained, "I'm not religious, but I am when it comes to listening to the Political Junkie."

Stacy is absolved.

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