Random Thoughts. . .

Just some scattered thoughts tonight. But lots of links for you to click.

First up, Darth Cheney seems to be finally getting some scrutiny in the press. In addition to trying to eliminate the government agency that was supposed to oversee him, he seems to think the Vice Presidency is not part of the Executive Branch. Apparently, Bush is a Unitary Executive!

The Bush Administration may be making moves to close Guantanamo Bay, but may be delaying a decision after the news was leaked. Boo-hoo.

Senator Trent Lott caused an exciting "Republicans Eating Their Own" kerfuffle when he came down on talk radio. The big guns like Rush are speaking out, and the far-right crowd is jumping to the talkers' defense. Fun!

All this "talk radio" stuff is prompting a closer examination by progressives too. Think Progress has this great story, REPORT: The Right Wing Domination Of Talk Radio And How To End It. And since this issue always raises all sorts of speculation about the resurrection of The Fairness Doctrine, this great story debunking the myths: The ‘Fairness Doctrine’ Myth.

And finally, a very interesting story about the biological underpinnings of sexuality, The Science of Gaydar. It's lighthearted, but quite comprehensive and scientific. Enjoy!