Friday, July 01, 2005

The Nucular Option Q: If Bush nominates an arch-conservative to replace Sandra Day O'Connor on the Supreme Court and the Democratic senators invoke the "Extraordinary circumstances" clause to filibuster against the nominee, what tactic will the Republican senators use against them? A: Extraordinary rendition. 8:53:35 PM

Supermayor I watched a bit of today's inauguration of Los Angeles' new mayor, Antonio Villaraigosa, on local NBC affiliate KNBC. After Villaraigosa's inauguration speech, a KNBC roving reporter canvassed the crowd for their opinions.  One young man who identified himself only as an actor was dressed as Zorro and offered the new mayor any help he might need in governing the city. Given the many problems that beset LA, the mayor may also need to call upon Batman and the Fantastic Four. 3:07:52 PM