Good programs vs. bad apples - The Boston Globe

This article creates a really nice linguistic meme for how the Democrats should appoach government social programs:

Society rightly wants to improve the chances of people who have drawn a bad ticket in life's lottery ("bad draws"), yet the government often spends substantial resources on the wrong people. We need to avoid "bad bets" and remove the "bad apples," so our dollars go further and better serve those who will benefit the most.

The Wall of Separation � Blog Archive � Prayerful Forum: Pa. City Council Comes Up With Plan To Keep On Praying

Why do Christians feel so compelled to drag others into their prayers?

Shas seeks harsher punishment for missionaries - Israel News, Ynetnews

"Led by Rabbi Ovadia Yosef, party proposes bill to completely forbid proselytism in Israel, sentence violators to one year in prison."

"Whether it's Christians coming from abroad or Jewish converts working in Israel, they all have the same agenda – to destroy every trace and memory of the people of Israel, and they plan to do this by converting Jews."

Priests to Purify Site After Bush Visit - Newsday.com

"Mayan priests will purify a sacred archaeological site to eliminate "bad spirits" after President Bush visits next week, an official with close ties to the group said Thursday"