dang

that was supposed to be a reply to poemless.

Speaking of Czechoslovakia, did you know we're still observing Captive Nations Week?  I've never even heard of this before, but it's like a national week of mourning for and solidarity with ... er, the countries being held captive by ... uhm, the Soviet communists.  So, everyone take a moment to consider the plight of those in Czechoslovakia, Eastern Germany and Yugoslavia.  

The Russians want us to stop.

They may have a point...

"Pretending that you already know the answer when you don't is not actually very helpful." ~Migeru.

if reporters started following McCain around they'd have to report what he said.

what ? And miss out on all those barbecues ? It would be ungracious as guests to mention his gaffes, so they'd just fill in with stuff they make up.

keep to the Fen Causeway