Justice Scalia Loved This Gerrymander

The New York Times, in its typical genteel fashion, describes New York’s 24th Congressional district as “horseshoe shaped.” But a horseshoe isn’t the first thing that came to our minds when we saw the district on a map:

And yes, the district does include part of the Finger Lakes region.

A House Seat Won By Republicans Since 1950 Is Now in Play [NYT]

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Crazy Congressional Candidate of the Day

We hear that it’s basically a done deal that Sherwood Boehlert (R-NY) is announcing his retirement today. So we’d like to recommend a replacement. This gentleman here is currently running an unwinnable primary race against Count Rep. Chocola. We highly recommend pulling him out and sending him to defend Mr. Boehlert’s district. Why? Because he’s got an unbeatable platform:

Republican 2nd District congressional candidate Tony Zirkle has proposed a four-stage approach to stopping sex- related crimes such as child pornography, rape, sexual slavery and human trafficking.

Stage 4 contemplates the reintroduction of the guillotine and lynch mob into the criminal justice process, although Zirkle said in an interview that he is taking that position “to stimulate debate.”

Seriously, if this man can’t win a Republican primary, than we simply don’t believe they’re living up to the value they’re so-called “values.” American values. Family values. Do it for America, Tony!

Rep. Boehlert to announce re-election decision [Newsday]
Candidate proposes chopping block for ‘porn-pimps’ [South Bend Tribune]

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Gossip Roundup: Novak Fights Back

• Reliable Source: Bob Novak receives scolding after a fight with a fellow first class passenger: “Some guy pushed me and I pushed him back.”… Signatures restaurant shuts its doors… Tom Friedman wins the Financial Times/Goldman Sachs Business Book of the Year Award with a cash prize of $52,000. [WP]
• Under the Dome: Rep. Paul Ryan (R-Wis.) and Rep. Steve Pearce (R-N.M.) are growing beards for hunting season… Budget bill passes because of impromptu BBQ between Rep. Mike Castle (R-Del.) to Rep. Sherwood Boehlert (R-N.Y.), two key lawmakers… Sens. McCain and Lott attend University of Mississippi football game together. [The Hill]
• Lloyd Grove’s Lowdown: Lloyd Grove’s autographed copy of Lewis Libby’s novel auctions for $90. [NYDN]
• Rush & Molloy: John Kerry attends NASCAR race in Miami. [NYDN]
• Page Six: Jenna Bush spotted at Fat Baby store in New York looking “absolutely lovely.” [NYP]

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