My friends, I know times are tough. But please remember, you can always quit your job and take a job with Chevron. Provided your job is being a pro-environment politician.

The Domino Theory: You can’t tell a credible story about Abraham Lincoln and how his position on slavery evolved without including Frederick Douglass.

DNLee: On ethics and self-policing in citizen science.

Bilerico: The Vatican breeds and then protects pedophiles - must be the fault of Gays, says a top contender for the papacy.

Black Blue Dog: The first Black law students from the South continue to see their legacy grow.

Finally, thank you all for a great week and see you next time. Keep the faith and keep moving forward.

Round-up by Bill Wolfrum of William K. Wolfrum Chronicles. Send tips to mbru AT crooksandliars DOT com.