The Lame Duck Congress passes everything in sight except immigration reform and any hint of campaign reform. Spending everything in sight is not enough for our leaders. The $900B plus this flurry will cost is unfunded. In November the voters seemed to be asking for a reduction in the size and influence of government. It is hard to believe this is the answer.

The city raises taxes and fees to cover NORD and provide curbside recycling. They haven't caught on either.

bp hides behind the small print and lots of people hurt by the spill stay hurt.TransOceanic the owner of the well decides to hide as well.

The Saints seem to be headed for a Wild Card and need to find a way to win the big games. They won a big one on the 27th against Atlanta.