Friday Before Holiday News Dump

The Sestak problem is not going away. Charles Krauthammer tore this statement to ribbons on Fox News Special Report this evening. And note the final graf:

There have been numerous, reported instances in the past when prior Administrations -- both Democratic and Republican, and motivated by the same goals -- discussed alternative paths to service for qualified individuals also considering campaigns for public office. Such discussions are fully consistent with the relevant law and ethical requirements.

The "Everybody Does It" defense. In other words, the law means nothing because people in Washington violate it all the time. Hope and Change!