Dems Leave Lieberman Unpunished

Despite his support of Sen. John McCain’s presidential bid, the Democratic Caucus voted to let Sen. Joe Lieberman keep his position chairing the Homeland Security and Government Affairs Committee. What do you think?

Alexander Creighton,
Child Protection Services
“Well, he didn’t go completely unpunished. He did agree to let every Democratic senator peg him in the back with a racquetball.”

Lars Hoilland,
Solar Panel Installer
“Obama just wanted to send the strongest possible message that he believes in reconciliation and bipartisanship, and he did so by reaching out to one of the most annoying, sanctimonious, uncharismatic, and contrary members of Congress.”

Mala Hertz,
Hebrew Teacher
“Much like a fine yogurt, legislative bodies do better when you add some of the old, crusty culture that stuck to the last jar.”

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Suicide Rate Jumps In White Middle-Aged Population

Between 1999 and 2005, the number of suicides among white middle-aged Americans increased 17 percent. What do you think?

Carl Craig,
Systems Analyst
“But they have so many nice, if slightly boring, things to live for.”

Ursula Zalben,
Mail Carrier
“Suicide when you’re middle-aged is the coward’s way out. Better to wait until you’re over 70. Or, if you’re still young, late teens is a good time, too.”

Ken Newbrogh,
Bartender
“Luckily for me, when I’m depressed I masturbate.”