Republic of Gilead: An event to protest against anti-gay bullying draws some bizarre responses.

Hrafnkell Haraldsson: The Governor of Iowa trashes the First Amendment, apparently with impunity.

Frank Moraes: Abandonment of austerity policies leads to economic recovery, and conservatives claim this proves that austerity works.

Ramona's Voices: God doesn't need self-righteous twerps to speak -- or threaten -- on his behalf.

Blog round-up by Infidel753. Tips to mbru [at] crooksandliars [dot] com.