Sun-Times political columnist Robert Novak retires

Sun-Times political columnist Robert Novak retires
August 4, 2008 Recommend (268)
FROM SUN-TIMES STAFF REPORTS

Robert Novak has announced his immediate retirement following the diagnosis of a brain tumor, a prognosis the Sun-Times' political columnist describes as "dire."

"The details are being worked out with the doctors this week, but the tentative plan is for radiation and chemotherapy," Novak said.
Robert Novak at a party marking the 40th anniversary of his newspaper column at the Army Navy Club in Washington, D.C., June 2003.
(Lauren Shay/AP)

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I'm going to tread lightly on this one. This is a man that I have very little respect for. And I wouldn't wish cancer on my worst enemy. But somewhere in this news story the word karma should be considered.

[edit on 8/4/2008 by schrodingers dog]