Real Perspectives - A Rarity in Washington

Happy Friday.

Below are links to two recent, related editorials in the New York Times. The first is by former Senator John Danforth (yes, a republican) in which he serendipitously longs for his party to return to its roots and away from religious fanaticism. The second is by former Senator Bill Bradley in which he explains why the Dems have it so tough - one of the more cogent explanations I have seen.

Perhaps most interesting is how these two seasoned, intelligent, former pols have few, if any, peers in Washington today ...

In the Name of Politics, by John C. Danforth.

A Party Inverted, by Bill Bradley.

Happy April Fool's Day -- How sad it's every day in the Beltway.