"You know, ... I think it's time I resigned as your advisor. I'm sorry, but what's going on here makes me feel

"You know, ... I think it's time I resigned as your advisor. I'm sorry, but what's going on here makes me feel really bad. I will gladly set out on campaigns with you, and I'm not giving up on my book, but public service... Well, it's just not for me. I'm sorry. I hope you understand."