The Politico reports that "Leaders are instructing Democratic lawmakers to blitz their states with anti-Bush messages as the Senate gears up for an all-night debate on Iraq withdrawal, according to an internal memo provided to The Politico by a Democratic official."

A memo from the Senate Democratic Communications center (part of the office of Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid)stated, “We need every Senator’s help throughout the next two days to amplify our message and highlight Republican obstructionism."

This is reminiscent of childhood games on the playground. Reactions across the blogosphere are heated.

Stoneheads writes:

"Obstructionism? Coming from the Democratic Party, this is a case of the pot calling the kettle black. Let us not forget that it was Democrats who used the obstructionism tactic to block many initiatives by the Republican majority in the previous two Congresses. As a single example, Democrats filibustered to block Republican-nominated judges from receiving an up-or-down vote in the Senate."

The American Pundit "writes" to the point:

"More political games."

WorcestorRight writes:

"Is This Mature? Grow Up Dems!!!"

Dave Budge writes:

"Only those who already have their opinions set well think anything about this. Most people will see it in passing and think “same shit, different day.” The GOP could actually make some headway in the debate if they talk about the lack of discussion on post-withdrawal Iraq. And, if they’re really lucky Reid could end up looking like a toothless tiger if this happens..."

Meanwhile, MoveOn.org is giving supporters instructions on how to host a counter-filibuster to end the war.

The popular website released a memo stating "Members of MoveOn will hold more than 130 ‘counter-filibusters’ Tuesday evening in cities and districts across the country." MoveOn members will read letters from Iraq war veterans and their families that call on Congress to bring the troops home soon.”

"We'll send a clear message to Senators and the media that this isn't about partisan games -- it's about people's lives."

Contributing Editor Dana J. Tuszke also blogs at The Dana Files.