Potpourri for a TGIF

DARK, GLOOMY, AND/OR SERIOUS

1. EFF sues Cheney, Bush, and the NSA to stop illegal… – Go, EFF! Go!
2. As Bush’s VP Vetter In 2000, Cheney ‘Sidestepped The… – Palin is a natural successor — except I don’t think she’s nearly as smart as Cheney.
3. Are Radical Right Media Feeding Political Violence… – I tend to shy from these sorts of accusations, but at the very least their love of violent rhetoric and imagery deserves more than a dismissive “Can’t you guys take a joke?” knee-jerk defense.
4. Nationalism is not Patriotism [A Blog Around The Clock] – Don’t agree with all of the author’s characterizations, but the difference between the two is quite apparent tome.
5. Vintage Marlboro ads targeted at moms – Some of these are just funny (in an evil and exploitative way).
6. RIAA wants to fine lawyer who defends file-sharers… – If you can’t win in court, then sue the guy who’s blocking you. Nice.
7. O’Reilly: The current ‘economic chaos…is the end of the Bush legacy … – Ouch!
8. The Unexpected Message The Yes On 8 Campaign Sends to Jews, Mormons … – “We’ll take your money and votes, but don’t apply for a job with our law firm.”
9. No charges for Mark Foley in congressional page scandal – I don’t care, as long as the man sinks into well-deserved obscurity and ruin.

HAPPY, JOYFUL, AND/OR FUN

1. Our 10 Favorite Actors from Geeky Movies & TV | Geekdad… – Great list that I can’t argue with — especially if you add in the ones mentioned in the comments.
2. Outside.in’s StoryMaps – Auto-mapping locations mentioned in blogs to a map. Making a note of that.
3. Opening My Eyes & Mind To Damascus – Adding this city to places I’d like to visit.
4. 1958 NFL championship game and modern football – Not a huge football fan, but this is a fascinating look at how the game has changed in fifty years.