Linda Frum, that is, sister of David. With brother David busily carving out his role as the voice of moderate, calm conservatism in America, Linda has just been appointed to the Canadian Senate. David is proud. Will the Frums inherit the earth?

Speaking of things Frummy, I forgot last week to honor Mr Conservatism that Can Win Again with the @TAC award for back-handed compliment of the month, in recognition of this gem of a tribute to his adversary Robert Novak:

I have regretted for some time not being more precise in my criticism of him, and it’s no excuse for my fault that he never regretted being imprecise or worse in his criticisms of others.

Such grace.