Sen. Tim Johnson

(Washington) Everyone surely knows by now that Sen. Tim Johnson (D - SD) suffered brain bleeding from a condition called arteriovenous malformation, or AVM. Doctors performed a brain operation to stop the bleeding. His condition is described as critical and stable. His long-term prognosis, however, is indeterminate. Some experts believe he has a chance for a full recovery.

It's reported that he responded to stimuli when awakened after his brain operation. It's also reported that Sen. Johnson awoke to see Sen. Harry Reid, Sen. Dick Durbin and former Sen. Tom Daschle in his room to provide moral support.

In all candor, if I just had a brain operation and awoke to see those three guys, I'd probably go into a series of seizures.

Sick humor aside, I hope for Sen. Johnson's full recovery.