Politburo

are you attending the next meeting, comrade?
no, I've a prior engagement.
the chairman will not be pleased.
I'm sure the central committee can carry on without me.
nevertheless, you will be missed.
one meeting, believe me, they'll get over it.
true, comrade, but you, you. . . may not.
hmmm. yes, I see your point. of course, count me in.
I thought you would understand, comrade.
one does what one can.