Just have to beat this drum a little

House passes 9/11 security bill - CNN.com
WASHINGTON (CNN) — The first item on the House Democrats’ “100 hours” legislative agenda, a measure to implement some of the recommendations of the 9/11 commission, passed on Tuesday evening.
The vote was 299-128.
Nearly 70 Republicans crossed party lines to vote for the package. It mandates full inspection of air [...]

Awww, the Republicans are disappointed

Very, Very Disappointed | theledger.com

Very, Very Disappointed
The Republicans wanted to be clear. They were disappointed.
“We are disappointed,” said U.S. Rep. Adam Putnam of Bartow.
“We’re clearly disappointed,” said Rep. Roy Blunt of Missouri.
“I’m disappointed, as are some others,” echoed Rep. Key Granger of Texas.
“I am very disappointed,” sighed David Dreier of California.
Why were these forlorn Republicans [...]

Two quick stories

Armed robber remembers to lock getaway car — but keys were inside
Friday, December 29, 2006 LUFKIN — An old habit prevented an armed robber from evading police after [...]