“90 percent of the contributions to the ideas and the consummation of the plan was Canadian. And the movie gives almost full credit to the American CIA. And with that exception, the movie is very good.”
TIME Contributor Steven Brill on “The Daily Show”
Last night TIME contributor Steven Brill discussed his cover story “Bitter Pill” with The Daily Show’s Jon Stewart.
As FCC Chief’s Term Nears End, Speculation Grows Over Possible Successor
Here is the short list for who might replace FCC Chairman Julius Genachowski, the man who approved the Comcast purchase of NBCUniversal and rejected AT&T’s bid for T-Mobile.
Jailing Lawmakers Who Support Gun Control And Other Odd State Bills
And now, the latest rundown of some of the more unusual bills that state lawmakers currently have on their dockets.
Morning Must Reads: February 22
In the news: the unconstitutional filibuster, mass shootings, Krauthammer’s triple fence, sequester, Chelsea Clinton, Steve Brill.
Sequester Showdown
Will the Democrats or G.O.P. win the sequester showdown? Here’s a scorecard for watching the machinations over the coming month.
The White House Wes Anderson Egg Roll Send-Up
Posted without comment. Because really, it stands just fine on its own.
Understanding the GOP’s Benghazi Obsession
Four reasons why Republicans are still talking about the “massive cover-up”
Democrats Release Sequester Hit List With 27 GOP Targets
Who says the campaign season ends?
“This is my mid-life crisis, the bangs. I couldn't get a sports car. They won't let me bungee jump. So instead, I cut my bangs.”
Why the “Obamaquester” Label Won’t Last
In the blame game with the President over impending cuts, Republicans are trying to push the label “Obamaquester.” The word isn’t likely to last—and doesn’t help Washington’s reputation either.
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Morning Must Reads: February 21
In the news: GOP’s support dwindles, Menendez’s approval rating plummets, Karl Rove, drones v. journalists, and CIA sex.