Cold Cold Ground
*Heard on the Hill: Charlie RangelheartsRudy Giuliani...Ben Nelson, Jeff Sessionsshot at in Iraq... Sports metaphors continue to plague congress... What would be a good name for this DC Madam thing? We suggest "The Small Business Initiative." ...Ralph Naderwelcome at the Republican Capitol Hill Club. [ Roll Call ]
*Reliable Source: Twins forNorah O'Donnell. Did you hear about that? Norah O'Donnell is having two babiesat the same time... Gee,Cate Edwardsgot an internship withNina Totenberg, what are the chances? ...Obama and Kerrydining together,Hagel and Bloombergdoing the same. [ WP ]
*Yeas and Nays: Jack Valentiproved that lobbying pays, even in death. A nice letter ensured his place in Arlington, despite not being a career soldier or dying in combat...Steny Hoyerlate to briefing, quick with the zings. [ Examiner ]
*Under the Dome: Marvin Hamlischto perform atHillaryfundraiser...John Tierneyhates fathers, Fathers' Day...Howard CobletrashesPaul Wolfowitz...Bart Gordonis the world's fastest lawmaker...Hastert and DeLaystill lunching together. [ The Hill ]
*Shenanigans: There are famous people in Hollywood. And they haven't heard ofJim Gilmore...Mitt Romney: not "make-out handsome." [ Politico ]
*The Sleuth: DC Madam story will probably be a disappointment, not involve Congress. [WP ]