August 20, 2003

Selective editing Glenn Reynolds selectively quotes from Mickey Kaus’ kausfiles. Reynolds quotes NOW THAT'S PUNDITRY: At least one pundit is saying that this is a match between a Clinton surrogate (Davis) and a Reagan imitator (Schwarzenegger). But Davis is an inferior Clinton while Schwarzenegger may actually be a superior Reagan. The actual statement is: Reagan 2.0: Schwarzenegger was "better than expected" at his press conference--not unexpectedly! He seemed in command, not too egomaniacal, and knowledgeable enough about the issues. All very Reaganesque, presumably by design--except I don't remember Reagan being as sharp. National Democrats (and Jeb Bush) should be very grateful for Article II, Section 5 of the Constitution. ... At least one pundit is saying that this is a match between a Clinton surrogate (Davis) and a Reagan imitator (Schwarzenegger). But Davis is an inferior Clinton while Schwarzenegger may actually be a superior Reagan. I guess "except I don't remember Reagan being as sharp?" or "knowledgeable enough" didn’t make the cut. 11:59:27 PM

The Canadian Golf Tour is set to hit the news as 13 year old Michelle Wie has received a sponsor’s exception for the Bay Mills Open Players Championship in Michigan this weekend. Wie will play as amateur with two others – both men. Update: She is one over after the first round. (Also corrected date and place) 11:46:24 PM

Independent of Thought How about "Road-map in tatters as Palestinians slaughter 20 including children"? Never will happen – that would require some understanding that not everything is Israel’s fault on the part of The Independent. 11:28:04 PM