Shut it down!
Quit being afraid of the big bully. Just do it! If you do the right thing we have your back. Make an attempt towards balancing the bloated budget, set some priorities (if PP falls out so be it), and be honest! Again, quit worrying about what the big bully might do and act, but don’t act stupid!
We DON’T CARE!!!
Shut it DOWN!!
NOW, dammit!!