PBS newsperson Gwen Ifill: all-around class act, or milquetoast cipher who “looks like a dentist”? Opinion is hotly divided here at your Wonkette. One thing we can all agree on: do not make her your go-to source on Richard Nixon resignation trivia. MORE »

With everyone in disbelief that an ugly Republican governor was able to bang a hot Argentinean woman, it’s important that we focus on the good that still exists in the world. Namely, the first birthday of DC’s best and most fun frozen yogurt shop, Mr. Yogato. To celebrate turning one, they are hosting an EIGHT HOUR birthday party this Saturday, June 27. There will be face painting, balloon animals, trivia, lots and lots of frozen yogurt, and even discounts for Wonkabout readers! MORE »

* Georgie James at the Rock and Roll Hotel with The Fake Accents. $10 at 9PM. [Rock and Roll Hotel]
* It’s actually tonight (not last night) that Gail Pressberg discusses The Promise and Politics of Stem Cell Research at the Penn Quarter Olsson’s. [Olsson's]
* Pub Quiz at the National Press Club. Hot food and cold beer, sponsored by the Young Members Committee. Free at 7PM. [National Press Club]

* Our only New Years advice: stick with this list, avoid this one. [WP]
* This is what it looks like when Lou Dobbs leaves a missed connection. [craistlist]
* January 4 is the only national holiday we’ll be celebrating. We’re undefeated at drunk Genus 1. Taking all comers. [FreeRide]
* So does everyone in Washington go to Florida at some point during the holidays? Hasn’t anyone learned their lesson yet? [Circumlocutor]

Beloved Jeopardy champion Ken Jennings is running for president! Well, not really “running,” but he does say if Wonkette’s DRAFT JENNINGS (NOT WAYLON, NOT PETER, ONLY KEN) campaign actually works, he will simultaneously refuse the nomination and serve just like Reagan, by taking naps all day long. MORE »