Metro Section: Dying of Hunger
* Lloyd Bentsen hasn't even been dead long enough to turn over in his grave, and already he has a rap obituary. [ Dealing in Subterfuges ]
* While President Clinton loves Lauriol Plaza, the rest of the world continues to call it "the Bennigan's of 18th St." [ FreeRide ]
* Getting overpriced terrible food sucks, but it really could be worse. [ Consumerist ; DC DOH ]
* Convicted Washington Teachers Union embezzler Gwen Hemphill gets to spend 132 months at Alderson prison. Just think of all the knitting you can get done in 11 years. [ Bruce Johnson's Blog ]
* Shake your money-maker! A new urban map mashup site helps weary business travelers get to DC's titty-bars faster and easier than ever! Remember, no sex in the champagne room! [ Gridskipper ]