Daily Archives: February 28, 2002

O Stephanie, where art thou?

I’ll add my name to the growing chorus of folks who’ve greatly enjoyed Stephanie Dupont’s extended guest-hosting of Brian Linse’s blog. I haven’t seen anyone else say this, so I’ll say it: Brian, when you get back to LA, do … Continue reading Continue reading

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Teaching intolerance

There’s been a fair amount of bloggage regarding this article in the WaPo about Islamic schools in America. I’m as alarmed as the next guy, but not because gasp we’ve suddenly discovered such things in our midst. No, my discomfort … Continue reading Continue reading

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It’s Official

The Ballpark Soon To Be Formerly Known As Enron Field is now officially The Ballpark Formerly Known As Enron Field. Enron will get some money back in the bargain. As long as none of it goes to Lay, Skilling, or … Continue reading Continue reading

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Speaking of bought and paid for

According to this story in the Chron, “[a] $100,000 donation from Democratic gubernatorial candidate Tony Sanchez’s bank in 2000 helped fund Republican efforts to retain control of the U.S. Senate”. You know, I’m as desperate as any Texas Democrat to … Continue reading Continue reading

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