The '80s band 'Til Tuesday told us to hush-hush because voices carry, but let's listen in on some smart people saying smart things:

Mugsy's Rapsheet explains to us why the ACA is not a tax, and why the Right wants to believe it is.

Pleasantly Eccentric reminds us--all of us--that sometimes we win, and sometimes we lose.

Welcome Back to Pottersville serves us a 10-course meal.

Bonus Track: Whiskey Fire looks at the Family Vacation now and then and then and now.

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