Shakesville: Why Hillary Clinton’s basic humanity and incredible courage get taken for granted.

Zandar Versus the Stupid: Why Kentucky Governor Matt Bevin is reopening private prisons.

Booman Tribune: Why some House Republicans are furious that Speaker Paul Ryan has aborted his public campaigning for Donald Trump.

Mike the Mad Biologist: Why Republicans can’t distance themselves from their base.

Speaking of which, your quote of the day:
"This party does not prey on people's prejudices." (Paul Ryan, March 1, 2016)

Guest blogging Mike's Blog Round Up this week is Jon Perr from Perrspectives. Send your tips, recommendations, comments and angst to mbru AT crooksandliars DOT com.