Strangely Blogged: The four flusher president.

The Mahablog: Rand Paul wants trucks to "clog things up."

Slacktivist: Jesus and Jack Burton (from Big Trouble in Little China).

Center on Budget and Policy Priorities: After eight years, it's past time to close the Medicaid coverage gap.

Finally, John Williams turned 90 last week. Enjoy some of his best themes.

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