There are times when a subject cries out for something more than “fair and objective” reporting. It could just be something funny — intentionally or otherwise. Or the level of hypocrisy, stupidity or combination of the two is so egregious it requires stepping out from behind the tattered veneer of objectivity.

Capitol Cliches

A compendium of the political and governmental lexicon’s overused words and phrases.


There’s almost nothing more enjoyable than a crisp bon mot, a thoughtful analysis, a witty rejoinder or a sarcastic skewering. Find them here.