I noticed that as well, and during such a big political season, too. Maybe the dude just needs a time out, as we all do from time to time. Blogging could be rough, and I have to hand it to the political bloggers...they are a thick-skinned bunch.

He went to hell and the hogs ate him, Cat

This isn't the first time he's suddenly disappeared. He'll pop up somewhere else eventually.

Last I read, he was working his tail off so I suspect that he just overlooked the expiring domain and will reappear once life settles down a bit again. Hope he's well, tho.