And the award goes to...

Quote of the day goes to Steve Benen responding to Kevin Drum about how the right has succeeded in ruining the debate with lies and fear mongering.

They've pulled it off, so far, by telling almost comically-ridiculous lies, and managing to get scared, gullible people to believe them. It's no small feat. Indeed, it's almost impressive. Conservatives have managed to create a debate out of nothing but partisanship, paranoia, and greed.

If there's a Hall of Fame for political con jobs, this one's a first-ballot inductee.

Hell, it should be up for a lifetime acheivement award. Can't think of anything more destructive than this one, although many of their hate campaigns and unncessary wars come very close.

Also still nursing this bad shoulder. Had a rough night so I'm going to try to rest it as much as I can today and maybe nap a little, so in case I disappear, last night's lightning in Philly. I love lightning.

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