Well, that's it for me this week. See you again soon. In the meantime, enjoy the ongoing crack-up of the Republican Party. But do not diminish the threat Republicans continue to pose – to all of us. This is no time to take anything for granted. And it certainly won't be come November either.

Ranger Against War: The problem with Gitmo.

Gin and Tacos: Immigration and cheap labor.

Can It Happen Here?: A pope who offers smiles.

Balloon Juice: Cinematic anti-vaxxer nonsense.

Outside the Beltway: A chance for Merrick Garland.

Round-up by Michael J.W. Stickings of The Reaction. (Twitter: @mjwstickings.)

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