Thanks to the L.A. Times!

…for Congress, that is.

After 12 terms in the House, Rep. Ron Paul is choosing not to seek reelection.

The former OB/GYN and libertarian-leaning Congressman has represented the 14th district of Texas since 1997.

Now, he intends to put all of his time and energy into his 2012 presidential campaign.

I felt it was better that I concentrate on one election. It’s about that time when I should change tactics.”

Paul has ran for president twice before, in 1988 and 2008, and is largely considered a long shot for the 2012 GOP nomination.