He-cession?

The GOP's Suicide Pact

What happens when a party gets taken over by the crazies.

Criticisms of World Bank

Read for Wednesday.

Major League Pitcher Interns in D.C.

The Hammer on health care reform

PETA Asks Georgia to Replace Mascot with Robotic Dog

One of the gems I came across in my hours of wasted time this week.

Politicians Who Look Like Turkeys (PHOTOS)

Happy Thanksgiving!

Couple slips though security to crash state dinner

It looks like Facebook gave them away. Also unprecedented?

Unprecedented!

"Yes, she can: Palin has a shot at the presidency"

"Polls show that Palin's favorability numbers are a mirror image of those of Obama. She is respected and loved by the Republican base, while Democrats despise her. Granted, independent voters have significant reservations about her capability to be president, and this would be a hurdle in the general election. But to win the Republican nomination, Palin needs only to get enough support from the base to win early key states. Already, in nearly every poll today, she has a level of support that makes her a viable primary candidate. Just look at the crowds and the buzz her book tour is drawing."

The writer, Matthew Dowd, was a chief strategist for George W. Bush's 2004 presidential campaign

Health reform and equal justice

The Values Question

New York Times Op-ed by David Brooks, arguing that if you boil down the Health Care debate, it is fundamentally a debate between security and vitality.

"Reform would make us a more decent society, but also a less vibrant one. It would ease the anxiety of millions at the cost of future growth. It would heal a wound in the social fabric while piling another expensive and untouchable promise on top of the many such promises we’ve already made. America would be a less youthful, ragged and unforgiving nation, and a more middle-aged, civilized and sedate one.

We all have to decide what we want at this moment in history, vitality or security. We can debate this or that provision, but where we come down will depend on that moral preference. Don’t get stupefied by technical details. This debate is about values."

Right and Left Join to Take on US Over Criminal Justice

Sarah Palin isn't President, and Four Other Things to be Thankful for this Year

Why your presentation is important

An important skill.

Assault on the young

NYT: Glenn Beck Stakes Out a More Activist Role in Politics

"In an interview, he said he would promote voter registration drives and sponsor a series of seven conventions across the country featuring what he described as libertarian speakers."
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"These efforts are reminiscent of the Contract With America pledge made by conservatives during the 1994 elections, though some Republicans who are uncomfortable with media personalities taking on new political roles note that that effort originated with lawmakers."

FAQ: A normal person's guide to health care reform

Answers to common questions about the health care debate, filibusters, amendments, etc.

Historic health care bill clears Senate hurdle

The 60-39 vote cleared the way for a bruising, full-scale debate beginning after Thanksgiving on the legislation.

Key Senators Lined Up in Bid to Hold Off GOP Health Care Filibuster

Here's the scoop: Dems may have their 60, Durbin is a Scrooge, and it's the Secretary of Health and Human Services who decides when you die.

What Giuliani 2012 Would Look Like

Climategate

Karzai's Cronies

A slideshow of Karzai's cronies.

Geitner on his way out?

He would be if the House had its way. Even some Democrats are voicing displeasure

Changes Coming to the National Mall

I'm excited; D.C. Fall '09 Reunion in the new and improved mall whenever complete? I say yes!

Why Not Tax Wall Street?

Palinophobes

Congressman Boehner's Terror Alert Skin Set Back To Orange

A little Friday Onion.

President Lou Dobbs?

At least the borders will be closed...

Reid, as Legislative Tactician, Takes Ownership of Health Care Overhaul

Silly New Yorkers, Always Trying to Make a Buck

"Sometimes, the majority of Americans are really stupid."

Can't resist linking a post with that title.

Military Puts Limits on Palin's Fort Bragg Book Signing

"Fort Bragg, nor any other Army installation, cannot be used or appear to be used as endorsing criticism of the commander in chief," said base spokesman Thomas D. McCollum. "Because this book signing is turning into a political platform with the addition of media coverage, we are restricting the media coverage."

Two Bush lawyers on the Holder decision

Not the reaction I was expecting, but one of them is Jack Goldsmith, possibly the straightest shooter out of the whole entire ex-Bush crew.

Obama Discuses Cuba with Cuban Blogger

Four Days in North Korea

The ending to this article is sublime, I think.

NYT: Governors Don’t Call This Home

Christie's making mistakes before he even gets into office.

University of California Approves 32% Increase in Tuition

The tuition went up $2500, imagine a 32% increase for Hamilton...yikes.