I, for one, was disappointed that Irv Slosberg decided not to run for the legislature in a reprise of his earlier service. Rarely does a politician as colorful as he come along, and rarely does one wage a campaign as devoid of subtlety, yet as effective. Irv always knew his constituents, he knew their specific needs, and he never forgot to shower them with goodies during his marches to Tallahassee.

I hope he changes his mind two years from now. The local political scene is pale without him.