It was like welcoming back an old friend. In January, I wrote here on Ricochet to wish talk radio host Michael Medved a speedy recovery from throat cancer, the treatment for which demanded that he take extended time away from work. How gratifying it was to hear his voice – a bit weakened as it was – back on the radio this week.

I know I speak for many here in the Ricochet community when I wish him continued success in his fight against cancer. With all that’s happened in politics and world affairs since January, his absence has left a void in the discussion. Best wishes to him for many, many more years of good health and good work behind the microphone. Welcome back, sir. You’ve been missed.