http://www.nytimes.com/2008/06/24/arts/24carlin.html

I had prepared a few words, but as a moderator, I was forced to give myself a stern warning against inappropriate language and family-friendly forum activity.

If I was ever President, I'd create a new cabinet position - Secretary of National Sanity. Carlin would have been my top pick. Now Zombie Carlin will have to do.

A rare and true American - we're all poorer for having lost this man.