I just got this e-mail and I have to say I simply love this instinct — to say “thanks!”:

Subject: tell Corner readers to contact Gregg in NH
Dear Ms. Lopez,
Just wanted to let you know: I tried calling Gregg’s DC office to congratulate him on his withdrawal from CS nomination, can’t get through, switchboard is jammed with callers, likely with the same message. Tell folks to call one of Gregg’s New Hampshire offices to register their approval of this move. The woman on the line there was very appreciative that I had called from out of state (I’m in CA).
best,
Lynn

People can complain that he ever said “yes.” But the fact remains that he looked the reality of a Cabinet position in the eye and (ultimately) said “no.” That can’t be an easy thing to do. As we complain that other Republicans in the Senate compromised themselves and important principles this week, thanks here does seem appropriate, doesn’t it?