AP: Democrats fail to trump Bush “Democrats were forced to acknowledge that the decrease in violence in Iraq might mean that Bush’s much-criticized surge buildup of troops was working.”

Pakistan rejects outside Bhutto probe.

the illegal immigrant.

on Red State.

Top WH Congressional liaison Wolff leaves White House. hat tip – Politico

Rose Bowl Tournament of Roses parade USC and Illinois football teams Cindy Sheehan and a protest rally for peace? Huh?

South Carolina Republicans receive a fake Romney holiday card with passages from the Book of Mormon. Republicans vote on January 19th. The card

Gov. Barbour to name replacement on Monday. Roger Wicker appears to be front-runner. /hat tip Red State

Global Dimming?