Hodge Podge

MSNBC article about Ehren Watada the Hawaii soldier who refused to deploy. He's gotten himself a mistrial, but it's obvious that this isn't over. I'll be keeping my eyes on this issue though.

MSNBC article discussing a New York state Senator's desire to ban iPods, cell phones, and Blackberrys while crossing the street in the city. The proposed punishment is not only $100 fine, but also a criminal summons. Can we say worst idea ever?

SF Gate article about Mayor Gavin Newsom's "drinking problem". Interesting that the story of his affair with his campaign manager's wife came out just about a week ago and now all of a sudden he's getting help for his alcohol addiction. Maybe he does have a problem and that is certainly unfortunate, but doesn't this smell like the Mark Foley scandal from 2006? Why I'll never pursue a career in politics...