The more Republicans open their mouths the further the foot goes in. I'm so glad Cheney has emerged from his undisclosed location once again! He's the life of their party.

"Bobby Jindal, the Republican governor of Louisiana, criticized Dick Cheney today, saying that he shouldn't question Obama's patriotism. In response, Cheney said, 'I respect your opinion. That's cool. Hey, would you like to go on a hunting trip this week?'" --Jimmy Fallon

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• US military deaths in Iraq war at 4,274 AP

• Turkish police detain 19 in al Qaeda raids Reuters

• Army troops in Iraq prepare to head to Afghanistan AP

• Bin Laden deputy slams Obama plan for Afghanistan AP

• Iran orders probe of jailed US journalist's case AP

• Clinton urges release of US journalist in Iran AP

• Somali pirate arrives in NYC, awaits court hearing AP

Obama Says He Won't Out Any CIA Agents

The president made no mention of possible investigations or criminal inquiries during his public speech, and he sought to assure CIA officers that the government will "protect your identities and your security as you vigorously pursue your mission."

Disturbing News

• U.S. "home invasions" up as thugs seek Mexico drug cash Reuters

• Hudson ditching survivor `shocked' by FAA secrecy AP

• Med student to be arraigned in Craigslist slaying CNN

• FBI's newest 'Most Wanted' terrorist is American AP

Paraguay’s President is accused of fathering two children with teenage girls while he was a Catholic bishop. The Vatican professed shock: “We have priests who sleep with girls?” - LaughLines

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Blackwater Won't Leave Iraq

Armed guards from the security firm once known as Blackwater Worldwide are still protecting U.S. diplomats in Iraq, even though the company has no license to operate there and has been told by the State Department its contracts will not be renewed two years after a lethal firefight that stirred outrage in Baghdad.

Republican-Shenanigans News

• Gingrich raps Obama on Chavez summit greeting AP

• RNC's Michael Steele plots quiet comeback The Hill

• Rudy Giuliani slams Governor David Paterson, Democrats in Albany New York Daily News

• Palin backers try to derail Sebelius Kansas City Star

• Republican Swap: Meghan McCain for Sarah Palin and Michael Steele  U.S. News & World Report

• Coleman keeps promise, files appeal USA Today

"Earlier this week, there was a reunion of the Bush administration officials in Dallas, Texas. ... Reunion of Bush administration officials in Dallas, because there is one team you want to put back together, am I right? You bet, buddy. George W. Bush is now in his ninth year of not being president." --David Letterman
 

Israel Wants To Buy Missile Defense System

Defense Minister Ehud Barak hopes to buy a U.S. missile defense system to protect Israeli towns from short-range rockets and mortar fire, defense officials said Tuesday.

Barak plans to ask U.S. Defense Secretary Robert Gates to sell Israel the Vulcan-Phalanx cannon and radar system when he visits Washington in June, the officials said, speaking on condition of anonymity as the request has not yet formally been made.

Rock-The-Voter News

• Poll: Democrats' advantage over GOP narrows CNN

• Oversight panel has bailout questions for Geithner AP

• Obama greets Tiger Woods, White Sox AP

• Donors gave $53 million for Obama inauguration AP

Astronaut Wants X Files Opened

Mitchell, who was part of the 1971 Apollo 14 moon mission, asserted Monday that extraterrestrial life exists, and that the truth is being concealed by the U.S. and other governments.

He delivered his remarks during an appearance at the National Press Club following the conclusion of the fifth annual X-Conference, a meeting of UFO activists and researchers studying the possibility of alien life forms.
 

"It's being reported a congressional aide caught a staph infection at the Congressional gym. Hey, let me tell you something. If that's all you catch from a congressman, consider yourself lucky." --Jay Leno
 

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Biz-Tech News

• Oil falls to near $45 as stock markets sink The Associated Press

• Delta posts $794 million 1Q loss AP

• DuPont lowers outlook, sets new job cuts Reuters

• US has $134.4 bln left in stability fund AFP

• U.S. to give Chrysler, GM new aid Reuters

• Report: Toyota's Japan output lowest in 31 years AP

• China to build 20 hydro dams on Yangtze River AP

When People Are Broke The Drugs Are The First To Go

Drugmaker Merck & Co. on Tuesday posted a 57 percent drop in first-quarter profit, falling short of expectations, because of a drop in both sales of its drugs and income from its partnership on cholesterol medicines.
 

"Nieman Marcus announced they're selling a diamond-studded dog collar for $3.2 million. Well, finally, it's nice to see one big company that's not out of touch with mainstream America." --Jay Leno

Good news from Wall Street: those numerous hidden surcharges from your tanking 401k's are keeping their managers afloat.  - Grant "Bud" Gerver

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Bush-Prison-Torture News

• Obama Defends Releasing Bush-Era Interrogation Memos NPR

"The Obama family finally got their dog, a Portuguese water dog. And they have named the dog Bo. And so far, the training of the house-breaking has gone pretty well. The dog has not made any messes, not chewed any furniture. So already he's ahead of Dick Cheney." --David Letterman
 

Go-F**k-Yourself News

• Cheney: 'I don't think we've got much to apologize for' CNN Political Ticker

"Retirement" has been replaced by "rehirement."  - Grant "Bud" Gerver

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• Morning earthquake in Alabama NBC13.com

• Mass. lake with 45-letter name has spelling errors AP

• Cops: Exotic dancer blitzed by rival with stiletto AP

• Man bites python Reuters

• Porterhouse sizzles at bulldog beauty contest AP

• Fla. lotto winner seeks to open a nude dude ranch AP

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