Are you ever watching a serious television news show and you get a sudden flashback to a comedic movie when a certain phrase is said? I just experienced that watching Sen. Chris Dodd (D-Sandinistas) on NBC's "Meet the Press" as he advocated cutting and running from Iraq.

Dodd: I think the world is waiting for the United States to lead again with bold leadership...

And what image entered my mind?

And the words:

Brave Sir Robin ran away.
Bravely ran away, away!
When danger reared its ugly head,
He bravely turned his tail and fled.
Yes, brave Sir Robin turned about
And gallantly he chickened out.
Bravely taking to his feet
He beat a very brave retreat,
Bravest of the brave, Sir Robin!

Yes, bold leadership.