Dear Meghan McCain: Please do become a political strategist – for Democrats
She’s considering it, and wants to “kick Obama’s a**.” (Hat tip: Memeorandum)
Baltimore at the Panthers (UPDATE: PANTHERS LOSE 37-13)
The 1-8 Panthers are dwelling in the NFC South’s cellar, while the visiting Baltimore Ravens are tied with Pittsburgh atop the AFC North at 6-3. The Ravens are also coming off a 9 day break, which should make them extra super hungry to put another notch in their win belts. As usual, there really isn’t anyone here in Charlotte who is optimistic that the Cats can pull this one out, but the tailgating and desire to enjoy an afternoon of good football weather should be enough to bring a fair amount of fans out to the game.
Things I am thankful for
Posted this on Twitter, and wanted to make sure I posted it here as well 🙂
Congratulations to Congresswoman-Elect Renee Ellmers! (UPDATE: ETHERIDGE CONCEDES, BLAMES “SECRET MONEY”)
I’m home for a little bit while dad gets some sleep before a visit in the hospital by the doctor. Wanted to post the great news (which has already been circulating on Twitter for a few of hours now) that Renee Ellmers has officially upset NC-2 Congressman Bob Etheridge (who has served in the US House since 1997). Via Hotline on Call:
On oak trees, weeping willows, and the fragility of life (FRIDAY UPDATE)
Friday Update – 10:00 PM: Dad willl be in the hospital til Mon. when biopsy will occur. Got news tonight that was grounds for cautious optimism but we won’t know for sure until biopsy results come in. Thanks again big time for the prayers & well wishes. Y’all are AWESOME. 🙂
Must-read of the day: Ed Morrissey on the Ghailani decision
The post title – Time for Holder to go – says it all, but make sure to read the whole thing. He expresses what a lot of us are feeling this morning in light of the civialian trial of Gitmo detainee and admitted terrorist Ahmed Ghailani, in which the verdict was announced yesterday. Via the WaPo: