May 10, 2009 - May 16, 2009

Random thought: if Cheney were to write his memoirs, what security clearance level would I need to read it?

May 12, 2009, 12:30AM

In less than 2 weeks, he has caused many on the progressive left to call for a primary challenger based in large part on both his statements and actions. I'd say that is a tad more than a mere bump in the road.

http://www.talkingpointsmemo.com/archives/2009/05/specter_on_becoming_a_dem.php

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Week of May 10, 2009 - May 16, 2009

Quick observation on Cheney

Quick question on Cheney's memoirs

Specter's understatement of the day

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