House Republicans long for the days of Tom DeLay

That's how bad it's gotten up on the Hill for the Republicans. They miss the totalitarian, corrupt regime of Tom DeLay:

This source also said Boehner “lacks some of the killer instinct” of former Majority Leader Tom DeLay (R-Texas). “DeLay had a lot of problems, but he got the job done. Boehner needs a little more DeLay in him. He’s got to knock some heads,” said this source.

Boehner has taken a decidedly anti-DeLay approach since taking over the party in early 2006, preferring consensus over conflict. But the GOP’s recent slump had some members and aides reminiscing fondly about the days when “The Hammer” ruled the Republicans.

Ah, the good old days. I suppose they miss Jack Abramoff, too.