Many people insist that for us to make progress, we need to reform campaign financing, which is true. I submit the following case that we need to reform the media first. Moral Low Ground listened to Rep. Peter King on Laura Ingraham, so we
October 11, 2011

Many people insist that for us to make progress, we need to reform campaign financing, which is true. I submit the following case that we need to reform the media first.

Moral Low Ground listened to Rep. Peter King on Laura Ingraham, so we don't have to.

First Draft doesn't miss Monday Night Football's opening act. Not at all.

Driftglass summarizes the Sunday Talkies, and darn it! It is just like being there.

Bonus Track: Katie Schwartz looks inside the marketing department and reminds us that Sobriety Never Pays (NSFW).

Round-up by Tengrain of Mock, Paper, Scissors who also blogs at Dependable Renegade. Send tips to: mbru@crooksandliars.com

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