The Little Spirit Rover That Could

She made it all the way to the top of a hill, she did she did. For more info and cool pictures, go here.

Uh, NO, Mr. Bush

One of the biggest disasters to face our nation, ever, and BushCo is still playing politics and trying to avoid blame. The most recent talking point is that it's the locals' fault, both for not declaring an emergency until Sunday and for not requesting help, and even if they did ask for help not specifying what was needed.

This, of course, would be bullshit.

Here is the official declaration by Louisiana Governor Kathleen Babnieaux Blanco of a state of emergency starting on Friday, Aug. 26, until Sunday, Sept. 25.

Here is a four-page letter, dated Aug. 28, laying out in ridiculous detail the assistance Louisiana wanted.



Thanks to The Democratic Daily for this one.