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I’m continuing to do everything they ask to speed my recovery.

I’m not taking a break from the Senate business that matters to you.

I’ve also had to deal with a mild case of pneumonia.

But I was briefly unconscious and was taken to the hospital.

I didn’t have a heart attack or a stroke. I don’t have any tumors or hemorrhages.

My doctors have confirmed that I didn’t break any bones or suffer a concussion.

I’ve submitted to every test they can think of to help figure out what caused this incident.

Even in the public eye, I feel that same instinct – I can’t help it.

clear communication about one's ability to serve

end the crazy speculation

You’re right to expect your representatives to work hard for you. And part of my decision to retire at the end of my term this coming January was being honest about the demands of Senate work.

Part of my decision to retire at the end of my term this coming January was being honest about the demands of Senate work.

As much as it frustrates me, this process takes time. And on the advice of my doctors, I won't be able to return to the Senate floor to vote quite yet.

You're right to expect your representatives to work hard for you.

You all know how folks of my generation often hesitate to share the vulnerability that comes with growing older.

I still have unfinished business to complete on your behalf, and I have every intention of finishing the job you elected me to do.

Public officeholders have a commitment to represent constituents with clear communication about one's ability to serve.

End the crazy speculation and just tell us what's going on.