Author Archives: Mash

More On The Blame Game

Posted on March 30, 2006 by Mash

Dan Froomkin has more on the new Blame Game in today’s White House Briefing.

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A Triumph For Humanity

Posted on March 30, 2006 by Mash

Jill Carroll is free this morning.

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The Blame Game

Posted on March 30, 2006 by Mash

When my five-year old daughter accidentally does something wrong she is in the habit of saying, "Look what you made me do!." In response, I try to explain to her the concept of personal responsibility, of free will, of taking … Continue reading →

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Throw Andy From The Train

Posted on March 29, 2006 by Mash

President Bush has finally shaken up his inner circle. Chief of Staff Andy Card has called it quits after the longest tenure of anyone in that post. President Bush has responded to calls for "fresh blood" in the White House … Continue reading →

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Charles Krauthammer’s Neo-Conservative Moment – Or Francis Fukuyama As The Oracle

Posted on March 28, 2006 by Mash

As I mentioned in my previous post, I had initially decided not to get too deeply involved in Charles Krauthammer’s tantrum (it is probably best to stay out of the way when you see a man foaming at the mouth). But, … Continue reading →

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