North Korea Cannot Be Trusted

On Saturday, North Korea launched another missile. Is anyone surprised?

Queens Blowhard

On Saturday, the New York Mets signed Gary Sheffield. Sheffield inked a one-year contract. “I had the opportunity to exchange some text messages with him yesterday and he's excited to be here, and I think these guys are very excited to have him,” said David Wright. “From everything I hear, from the few encounters that I've had with him over the last few years, he has a presence about him, a swagger about him, and I think that kind of confidence will rub off on the clubhouse.”

During his career, Sheffield has batted .292 with 499 home runs and 1,633 runs batted in. In 2008, he batted only .225 with 19 home runs and 57 runs batted in. “I never thought it would happen,” said Sheffield. “But, when the opportunity came to be here with the Mets, I decided to fulfill my dream. I know I have a chance to win a championship here.”

Sheffield is overvalued. He is arrogant, egotistical, pompous, smug, and superior. Three years ago, Sheffield was a championship acquisition. Today, he is unmanageable migraine.

New York Massacre

On Friday, Jiverly Wong murdered thirteen. Violence solves nothing. Will Americans ever realize this?

Plaxico’s Predictable Providence

In Super Bowl XLII, Plaxico Burress snared the penultimate pass. On September 4, he signed a 5-year, $35 million contract. On September 25, he was suspended for two weeks. On December 1, he was charged with criminal weapons possession. Burress’ plunge was both conceivable and unfathomable.

On Friday, the New York Giants released Burress. “I am an optimist, and I believe most situations can be worked out,” said General Manager Jerry Reese. “We hung in there as long as we could in hopes that there could be a resolution to this situation other than the decision we made today to release Plaxico. It wasn't to be, so now we have to move on. Like everybody else here, we want nothing but the best for Plaxico, and we are appreciative of the contributions he made to this franchise.”

On November 27, Burress entered a nightclub. His concealed weapon was unregistered. Burress’ gun slipped. A bullet pierced his thigh. On December 2, he was suspended again. “It's an unfortunate situation for everyone involved,” said Osi Umenyiora. “I'm not surprised. He is a tremendous talent, and you never want to let a guy like that go for nothing, but I think the uncertainty of the court forced their hand.”

During his career, Burress has amassed 505 receptions, 7,845 yards, and 55 touchdowns. With the Giants, he totaled 244 receptions, 3,681 yards, and 33 touchdowns. “Plaxico's contribution to our championship season in 2007 can never be underestimated or undervalued,” said Coach Tom Coughlin. “He displayed tremendous determination throughout that season. Having said that, I have always been as concerned about Plaxico as a man as I have been about him as a player, and my hope is that everything that has happened over the past several months represents a turning point.”

For 125 days, the Giants’ speech was impartial. Their verbiage was objective. Their decision was inevitable. Burress ignored his franchise. He sacrificed their season. He violated their trust. He should have been released immediately.

Heartland Headache

On Friday, the Iowa Supreme Court permitted gay marriage. Once again, I cannot oppose this ruling. I cannot support this ruling. Partners should receive insurance, property, related status, and tax exemptions. However, elected officials must resolve this. Judges must not.

Monologue Joke of the Evening

“According to the government, Rick Wagoner was forced to resign because of poor performance. That’s embarrassing . . . run an organization that loses billions of dollars and then get fired by a guy who heads up an organization that loses trillions of dollars.”

The Tonight Show

Survivor: Sydney Swerved

On Thursday, Timbira garnered immunity. Subsequently, multiple scenarios ensued. Sydney was targeted. Taj was targeted. Ultimately, J.T. and Stephen maintained their alliance. Via a 3-2 vote, Sydney was eliminated.

NEW RULE

April is sport’s showcase.

Major League Baseball’s Opening Day… The Masters… The NBA Playoffs… The NCAA Final Four... The NCAA Women’s Final Four… The NFL Draft… The NHL Playoffs… No month can compete with this…

Worth A Read

Decor8

Fresh finds for hip spaces.

The Daily Smak

Hey, didn’t you used to be Denver Broncos Quarterback?

According to Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez, President Obama is “President of an Empire.” When did Chavez purchase the Boston Red Sox?

Today's top five or potential Most Outstanding Players (1) Tyler Hansbrough, (2) Ty Lawson, (3) Wayne Ellington, (4) Hasheem Thabeet, (5) Goran Suton

Economic Crisis Addressed

G-20 Communiqué

Rod Should Rot

On Thursday, former Governor Rod Blagojevich was indicted. Blagojevich was charged with extortion and racketeering conspiracy, mail and wire fraud, and lying to federal investigators. The potential federal penalties? 305 years incarceration.

Allegedly, Blagojevich auctioned a senate appointment. He compensated unemployed acquaintances. He wrested public school pupils. Blagojevich ignored our principals. He violated our sacred ideals. He warrants figurative castration.

Rocky, Manipulated Exit

In 2001, 2005, and 2006, the Chicago Bears won division championships. Jim Miller, Kyle Orton, and Rex Grossman were those season’s starting quarterbacks.

On Thursday, the Denver Broncos traded Jay Cutler and a fifth round selection to the Bears. As reciprocation, the Broncos received Orton, two first round selections (2009 & 2010), and a third round selection (2009). “We felt that Cutler is a very good person, a good leader,” said Bears General Manager Jerry Angelo. “He had some things that happened in Denver. We recognized those, but we treated them as just speed bumps, part of the growing process. He's highly competitive, he's highly emotional. That just comes with the territory.”

During his press conference, Cutler addressed critics. “I think in time, everyone will get a clearer picture of what I'm about on and off the field,” said Cutler. “Whenever you make this decision, you either have to go at it full speed or not at all because there's going to be some stuff out there that's said that might not be true.”

Brian Urlacher’s reaction was skeptical. “I guess the Bears felt like we needed another quarterback, so they made a move,” he said. “They gave up a lot. Cutler must be pretty good. I guess we got better as a team. You get a quarterback who is a Pro Bowl guy. But I will say this: I think Kyle Orton is a good quarterback. He's a great teammate. I hope he does really well in Denver.”

The Bears also signed Orlando Pace. “We really feel that it gives us a very good offensive line,” said Angelo. “We've had some real good success with veteran players -- John Tait, Fred Miller, Ruben Brown -- and we felt that Orlando is the same. Obviously, he's a potential Hall of Fame player. He expressed to us on his visit that he wants to continue to play, and he feels that his health is as good as it's been in awhile.”

During his career, Cutler has completed 762 of 1.220 passes for 9,024 yards with 54 touchdowns and 37 interceptions. In 2008, Cutler completed 384 of 616 passes for 4,526 yards with 25 touchdowns and 18 interceptions.

During his career, Orton has completed 505 of 913 passes for 5,319 yards with 30 touchdowns and 27 interceptions. In 2008, Orton completed 272 of 465 passes for 2,972 yards with 18 touchdowns and 12 interceptions.

Appreciation is imperative. Appreciation encourages, ingratiates, reassures, and stabilizes. Cutler is a first round selection. He is a franchise cornerstone. He merits consideration and respect. Denver offered manipulation and scorn.

Monologue Joke of the Evening

“President Obama is giving GM 60 days to come up with strategy of viability for spending taxpayers’ money. GM should have said to him, ‘Hey — you first.’”

The Tonight Show

Stallworth Pleads Not Guilty, Prattles Apology

NEW RULE

Protocol is not news.

Queen Elizabeth is a cipher. How she is approached is irrelevant. How she is greeted is irrelevant. How she is touched is irrelevant. Prime Minister Gordon Brown merits attention. Another emblem does not.

The Daily Smak

Hey, didn’t you used to be accepted?

Accidentally, UCSD admitted 29,000 students. Worse than this… Spencer Pratt authored their apology.

Today’s top five or North Carolina’s greatest players (1) Michael Jordan, (2) James Worthy, (3) Lennie Rosenbluth, (4) Brad Daugherty, (5) Phil Ford

Wild Compli

During Rick Pitino’s tenure, Kentucky amassed a 219-50 record. They garnered five conference championships. They secured six NCAA Tournament appearances (22-5 record). Since Pitino’s exodus, Kentucky has amassed 303-110 record. They have garnered five conference championships. They secured eleven NCAA Tournament appearances (23-10 record). Pitino’s supremacy was expected. Tubby Smith and Billy Gillispie’s success was unacceptable.

On Wednesday, Kentucky hired Memphis Coach John Calipari. Calipari signed an 8-year, $31.6 million contract. “They don't put banners up here for anything else except national champions,” he said. “That's why you want to coach here. We want to compete every year and hopefully add to this wall.”

During his career, Calipari has amassed a 445-140 record. He has garnered nine conference championships. He has secured eleven NCAA Tournament appearances (25-11 record). In Massachusetts, Calipari racked a 193-71 record. In Memphis, he registered a 252-69 record.

“I didn't want to live a life where I regretted, "Why didn't I do this," to be in the best situation to coach basketball in the country, maybe the world, to coach basketball right here in Lexington,” said Calipari.

Kentucky and Memphis are polar opposites. Kentucky ignores conference championships and tournament appearances. Memphis savors thirty win seasons. Calipari’s decision was both anticipated and disheartening. With Kentucky, Calipari will succeed. With Memphis, his success was enjoyed.

Stallworth is Charged

On Wednesday, Donte' Stallworth was charged with DUI manslaughter. Everyone involved has my thoughts and prayers.

Denver’s Blunder

Agent Bus Cook: “The perception that they've been burning the phone lines the last 10 days is wrong. In fact, the other day I asked Jay if he had heard from them and he said, 'no.' I didn't hear from them until yesterday [Tuesday] morning when [GM] Brian Xanders called me and said that Mr. Bowlen needs to speak with Jay now. I told him all I can do is leave Jay a message. I didn't reach Jay directly -- I don't know what he was doing -- but I left a message. Then Brian called at the end of the day and asked me if I had heard from him. I hadn't. I heard from Jay when he called to tell me he just saw on TV he was being traded. They can spin it the way they want to spin it.”

Jay Cutler: “I was surprised they decided to trade me this soon. I didn't want to get traded. This wasn't me. They [The Broncos] had been going back and forth saying things, wanting me to be their quarterback and then they didn't. I really didn't want this. I love Denver. I really like my teammates. I didn't want it to get this far.”

Corkrey Canned

On Wednesday, America eliminated Megan Joy Corkrey. Her exodus was overdue. Corkrey’s appearance is repugnant. Her talent was nonexistent.

Cavaliers Charter Bennett

On Wednesday, Virginia hired Washington State Coach Tony Bennett. “I came here to build a great team, but more importantly, I came here to build a program that lasts, and the way you go about that is you have great integrity and you have great passion,” said Bennett. “Everything is in place here at the University of Virginia.”

During his career, Bennett has accrued 69-33 record. He has secured two NCAA Tournament appearances. “I mentioned Tony's name and there was a silence and I was kind of taken aback because the response was, 'You've got to be kidding me.' I took that to be a bad thing,” said Athletic Director Craig Littlepage. “And actually, the response was, 'You've got to be kidding me. If you can get this guy, it would be exactly what you need.’”

Since 1997-1998, Virginia has amassed a 192-172 record. Unfortunately, they have secured only two NCAA Tournament appearances. Bennett should improve them. However, Virginia must moderate their expectations. Postseason attainment must be sufficient.

Monologue Joke of the Evening

“The federal government is saying they will back the warranties of the Chrysler or GM vehicles. Well that’s great news for consumers — combine the efficiency of the federal government with the honesty of car mechanics.”

The Tonight Show

Fox News: Top Ten Internet Pranks

This April Fool's Day, as in past years, is a busy one on the Internet. FOXNews.com takes a look at some of the better pranks out there.

1. EbutUoy
The YouTube front page looks normal at first, but click on one of the featured videos and it'll turn your world upside down — literally. The next page you see will be completely upside down — the writing, the video, the links ... everything.

2. Conficker Strikes
The Washington Post's Security Fix blog reports various problems caused by the much-feared Conficker worm, set to detonate Wednesday. They include a full-scale DefCon 3 military alert after a nuclear-missile base in Alaska was suspected of being infected by the virus, ATMs in credit-crunch plagued Iceland suddenly spitting out cash and London's Big Ben frozen at one minute after midnight.

3. Wikifake-ia
Every item on the home page of the user-generated site Wikipedia is fake. The featured article is about the "Museum of Bad Art" in Boston. The headlines include such stories as NASA monitoring diamonds falling from the sky and the Irish prime minister streaking in public — both of which barely stretch real recent news events.

4. Facial Web Browsing
Norwegian alternative Web browser Opera, famous for introducing mouse gestures to control Web surfing, takes the notion one step further — with Face Gestures. It even provides an instructional video and detailed steps on how to set up the new feature.

5. Twitter News
London's Guardian newspaper announced on its Web site that after 188 years of printing in ink on paper, it would be switching exclusively to publishing on Twitter. Management notes that any story can be told in 140 characters. Sadly, it was tough to tell whether this was an April Fool's joke or an entrepreneurial idea that really could be the future of news.

6. Xbox's 'Alpine Legend'
Microsoft's gaming division announced a new music-based game for the Xbox 360 that lets players yodel their way through a mountainous village, record music in a log-cabin studio and compete in a live yodel off.

7. Fly Me to Mars, Book Me On the Moon
In a press release, Hotels.com announces its newest sale — the world's first rooms on the moon. The site warns that the room prices don't include travel. Want to take a side trip whie you're there? How about booking a flight to Mars for $99? Expedia is touting "no interplanetary booking fees," and huge savings on the regular Martian-trip price of $3,000,000,000,099.

8. Google Aprilfoolery
Google's traditional April 1 silliness isn't limited to YouTube. Its Chrome Web browser is now supposedly in 3-D, just like "Monsters vs. Aliens." But before you start surfing the Internet in an extra dimension, you'll need print out a special pair of downloadable glasses. If you're too busy to reply to every e-mail you receive, Gmail, which has some real features that sound fake, is here to help. It's introduced "Autopilot," a time-saving service that automatically crafts polite responses to incoming messages you'd rather not deal with. That's possible thanks to Google's new artificial intelligence, CADIE, a sophisticated algorithm that takes the shape of a big-eyed cartoon panda and has an affinity for rainbows, bunnies and unicorns.

9. Weighty iPods
Filling up that iPod with tons of music? Then you'd better start hitting the gym. According to newslite.tv, researchers have found that the more music that is loaded onto MP3 players, the heavier they are to carry.

10. Really High Cloud Computing
"Cloud" computing normally takes data and applications from your or your company's hard drives and offloads them to remote servers through the Internet. Amazon's taken that a step further with its Floating Amazon Cloud Environment (FACE) project — massive data centers on solar-powered, laser-defended blimps that fly around the world, safe from hackers or government interference.

NEW RULE

Assistance regulation is reasonable.

West Virginia State Delegate Craig Blair has a proposal. Government assistance for substance abstinence. If an applicant’s screen is negative, they will receive aid. If an applicant’s screen is positive, they will not receive aid. The opposition’s argument is predictable. Why punish the impoverished?

Blair’s proposal is not punishment. Blair’s proposal is appropriate. Criminals should be incarcerated. They should not be rewarded. Addicts cannot receive assistance, purchase drugs, receive more assistance, and purchase more drugs. This scenario is not assistance. This scenario is not stability. This scenario is insanity.

Worth A Read

NCAA Hoops Today

Covering college basketball.

The Daily Smak

Hey, didn’t you used to be Memphis’ Coach?

Today, Kentucky will hire Memphis Coach John Calipari. Tomorrow, Memphis will hire former General Motors CEO Rick Wagoner.

Today’s top five or Kentucky’s greatest coaches (1) Adolph Rupp, (2) Rick Pitino, (3) Joe B. Hall, (4) Tubby Smith, (5) John Calipari

Israeli Strategy: Hammer or Tongue?

Israeli Prime Minister-Elect Benjamin Netanyahu: “Under the permanent status agreement, the Palestinians will have all the authority to rule themselves. Israel has always, and today more than ever, striven to reach full peace with the entire Arab and Muslim world. The greatest danger to humanity, and to our country Israel, stems from the possibility of a radical regime arming itself with nuclear weapons. We shall not allow anybody or any country to put any question mark over our existence.”

American Idol Live Blog

Due to prior commitments, I have missed two weeks. I apologize.

Anoop Desai (21 – North Carolina)

His commencement is acceptable. He slight oversings. His emotion appears contrived. However, he is adequate. He should advance.

Megan Joy Corkrey (22 – Utah)

Once again, her appearance is repugnant. Sleeveless and a sleazy tattoo cannot coexist. Her performance is awful. Her emotion is contrived. Her facial expressions are corny. Her faux accent is horrific. Kara and I agree. Hideous song selection. Hideous performance.

Danny Gokey (28 – Missouri)

His commencement is tedious. “What Hurts the Most” is an intricate endeavor. He is insipid excrement. His appearance is equally wretched. The glasses? He is a whiny prom geek. Simon and I disagree. He is a snail. He could never sell records.

Allison Iraheta (16 – California)

Her commencement is acceptable. The guitar is unnecessary. However, the vocals are adequate. Her appearance is ridiculous. The hair piece is horrific. The ensemble is trash. She is a slutty tramp. Janis Joplin was an icon. She is not Joplin. 2009 is not 1974.

Scott MacIntyre (23 – Arizona)

His endeavor is apocryphal. His emotion is contrived. He completely oversings. He screams the chorus. His vocals are abysmal and wretched. I am sorry. I understand his challenge. However, he is horrific. America, eliminate him.

Matt Giraud (23 – Michigan)

He lost this competition. When he chose this song. His commencement is pathetic. His transition is worse. His emotion is completely contrived. He does not translate the song. He trashes the song. The smoke and screams are insipid. Awful performance.

Lil Rounds (23 – Tennessee)

Her commencement is elegant. Despite her curtain fabric dress, she is excellent. Her emotion is genuine. She epitomizes this selection. Her conclusion is equally exquisite. Gorgeous and understated. She is the competition’s cornerstone.

Adam Lambert (26 – California)

His appearance is annoying. His facial expressions are ridiculous. The eye pops… The sound effects… Is he Wild Cheesy? The performance is pathetic. He is contrived and phony. Simon, original is not always acceptable.

Kris Allen (23 – Arkansas)

The piano and string quartet are perfect compliments. His performance is simply perfect. Brilliant commencement. Excellent transition. Stellar conclusion. His emotion is poignant. He makes you miss someone. America, we have another cornerstone. Kara and I agree. Artistry.

Monologue Joke of the Evening

“The Obama administration asked General Motors CEO Rick Wagoner to step down, and he agreed. This is good news for Obama; the last time he tried to get someone to quit, it took months — and even then, he had to promise her a job as secretary of state.”

The Tonight Show

Government’s Solution: Just Invent Revenue

Behold, America: the taxman cometh. Even as taxpayers are struggling to make ends meet in a crumbling, tumbling economy, your friendly neighborhood (and state and federal) government is having a hard time making do with the meager trillions you're throwing its way, so it's relying on an old maxim: If it exists, it can be taxed.

New York's resident grinch, Gov. David Paterson, tried suggesting a kind of omnibus fun-busting budget that would have taxed New Yorkers for skiing, golfing, camping, being fat, being skinny, going to the movies, going to plays, wearing clothing, going to strip clubs and having more than six fingers or toes. The governor, who is up for re-election next year, came to his senses about three weeks ago and renounced the budget, perhaps when an adviser noted that political contributions aren't tax-deductible.

Things haven't been all downhill for the taxman, though: some surprising new tariffs, like supersizing the tax on AIG bonuses, have had a measure of popular support, but most are being opposed hand and foot over wallet. Cigarette taxes are jumping so much on April 1 that it will soon be cheaper to run a tobacco farm than to buy a pack of cigarettes. So as you stockpile your smokes for the coming decade, here's a look at some of the more egregious new taxes you'll be seeing soon.

IT'S ELECTRIC
Washington Mayor Adrian Fenty has proposed a slew of new taxes (for taxes are no longer solitary creatures like wolves, but herd together in dangerous slews) to meet his city's massive deficit. His first target: budget-busting street lights, which Washingtonians will now fund with an extra $51 monthly tax. Bottom line: if you expect to be kept safe from monsters lurking in the District night, it's really going to cost you.

DO THE MASH
Kentucky is called the state of the "unbridled spirit," but when a new 6 percent tax hike on booze goes into effect April 1, that slogan might have to change. Lawmakers are going to be taxing their very own Kentucky bourbon, which is, along with Col. Sanders and the Bowie knife, among the greatest contributions of the Bluegrass State. Talk about biting the hand that feeds you.

OLD PROFESSION, NEW FEE
Nevada's hidebound lawmakers are finally going after prostitution in their state. Well, not really ... but one Las Vegas Democrat has proposed a $5 surcharge on all, ummm, transactions, which he says will boost the state's economy by $2 million. While you finish doing the math on how many rendezvous there are annually in Nevada (answer: a lot), it's worth noting that most bordellos charge a minimum of about $100 to $200 for their services, and don't object much to the suggested tax. Five bucks is a paltry thing next to the prices some people are willing to pay in the Silver State.

GET IN AND STAY OUT
Nevada has also raised its so-called bed tax, which isn't nearly as fun as it sounds. Its 3 percent hike was levied in March on travelers spending the night in Nevada hotels, most of whom end up in Las Vegas. Nevada isn't alone: nearly half of states have a hotel tax meant to punish suckers foolish enough to leave their own homes, but as more sign on there's danger of an interstate tax war. Once everyone has imposed a stiff nightly rate, who will be safe from harm?

STRIPPED BARE
Texas led the way in 2007 by levying a $5 tax on patrons of gentlemen's clubs, exotic dance parlors and all other places where women disrobe for money. Now Florida and New York are among states considering their own "pole taxes," which have already netted the Lone Stars $11.2 million in revenues. The money was supposed to be used to fund sexual assault services (and no, the irony is not lost on anyone). Only hitch: a Texas judge ruled the tax an unconstitutional infringement of free speech. Yes, stripping is free speech. Let freedom ring.

CASH CROP
Billions of dollars in the hole, California's legislature is considering a blunt proposal from a San Francisco assemblyman: taxing legalized marijuana sales at $50 an ounce, a move its sponsor thinks could net the state about $1 billion a year. Oregon is considering a similar measure, taxing medical marijuana at nearly $100 an ounce. The taxes could really help excite the states' economies, even if everything else gets sluggish for a while.

RUNNING ON EMPTY
If you live in America and your name starts with a letter, you're probably going to be seeing higher gas taxes soon. States and municipalities from Massachusetts to Michigan are planning gas hikes to help rev up their stalling fiscal engines. So any of you planning to travel across state lines to stock up on cigarettes before April 1 had better get on the road fast, before new highway taxes, raised tolls, speeding cameras and apocalyptic moths bar your way for good.

PORNOGRAPHY!
A Washington state representative was beaten back in February when he suggested taxing pornographic materials to save programs that serve the poor and disabled. A noble gesture indeed, which would have taxed adult magazines, adult photographs, adult videos, adult phone services and a few things even adults wouldn't want to talk about. The flesh lobby (and the rep's fellow Democrats in the state house) stopped the bill in its tracks, a rare win for anti-tax forces this season. The ACLU opposed the bill, too, arguing that taxing pornography is a tax on free speech. So what happens if you put it on mute?

NEW RULE

Lebron James must win.

On Sunday, Sixty Minutes interviewed James. During his insolence, James hyped his career. He maligned his childhood. He overvalued himself. James was arrogant, egotistical, pompous, smug, and superior.

Therein is the conundrum. James has won one conference championship. He has won one scoring championship. He has won zero NBA Most Valuable Player Awards. He has won zero NBA championships. He has won zero division championships. James’ cockiness is unjustified. His conviction is unwarranted.

James is an exemplary athlete. He is not a champion. He is not a mogul. He does not transcend. The aforesaid require presence and victories. Until James ages and wins, he should shut up.

The Daily Smak

Hey, didn’t you used to be Washington State’s Coach?

Tumultuous Monday. Tony Bennett may exchange Washington State for Virginia. John Calipari may exchange Memphis for Kentucky. Kentucky and Virginia may exchange expectations for reality.

Today’s top five or NCAA Tournament disappointments (1) Wake Forest, (2) Florida State, (3) West Virginia, (4) Duke, (5) Louisville

Corporate President Obama

On Monday, President Obama recast automotive resuscitation. In sixty days, General Motors must reinvent themselves. In thirty days, Chrysler must reinvent themselves. President Obama also fired General Motors CEO Rick Wagoner. The Dow Jones Industrial Average plunged 254.16 points.

Automotive resuscitation remains necessary. Chrysler and General Motors, their sellers, suppliers, and subsidiaries employ millions. America cannot afford a collapse. With that stated, viability via unemployment is absurd. The United Auto Workers have not compromised. Where are their concessions?

Wagoner’s termination was unnecessary. The federal government should prescribe preconditions. They should receive repayment. However, the private sector shaped our nation. The federal government must not interfere.

NEW RULE

Multiple attempts are annoying.

My cellular phone rings. I do not answer. Leave a message. Do not call my office. Do not e-mail, instant message, or text. I may have been ignoring you.

Worth A Read

Common Sense Junction

A conservative and moderate blog.

The Daily Smak

Hey, didn’t you used to be Kentucky’s Coach?

On Sunday, General Motors fired CEO Rick Wagoner. Fortunately, Kentucky is considering him.

Today’s top five or Kentucky’s greatest players (1) Louie Dampier, (2) Jamal Mashburn, (3) Sam Bowie, (4) Pat Riley, (5) Jack Givens

As Per Tiger

On Sunday, Tiger Woods won the Arnold Palmer Invitational. Woods’ performance was not perfect. His skills were not stellar. Yet, Woods restated the obvious. He is an incomparable standard.

Big Five & Hot Five

Big Five

1. Billy Gillispie
2. Economy
3. President Obama
4. Curt Schilling
5. Miguel Tejada

Hot Five

1. Mexican Narcotics Nightmare
2. President Obama
3. Economy
4. Billy Gillispie
5. Jay Cutler

Line of the Morning

President Obama

“We want to have a successful U.S. auto industry, but it's got to be one that is realistically designed to weather this storm and to emerge at the other end much more lean, mean and competitive than it currently is. And that's going to mean a set of sacrifices from all parties involved.”

Monologue Joke of the Evening

“Today at the White House, President Obama met with the CEOs of all the major U.S. banks . . . a lot of these big bonus guys. The CEOs looked around the White House and said, “You live in this dump?””

The Tonight Show