This picture of Michele Bachmann and Chris Matthews was taken last night at the TIME 100 Gala. We’re told they were both holding their breath in this picture.

…And every comedian on planet earth would rejoice.  [one could hope] Former Minnesota Gov. Jesse Ventura says he would consider becoming Ron Paul’s running mate — but only if the congressman runs for president on the Libertarian ticket. Important to note: There’s no indication that Paul has spoken to Ventura, …

During the filming of Palin’s show, they apparently didn’t really  speak to each other, had “zero chemistry” and Kate thought the food served was “terrible.” Geez, come to think of it, that sounds like our last blind date. US Magazine: Kate Gosselin, Sarah Palin Had “Zero Chemistry” on “Terrible” Trip …

Bob Woodward’s best work might have been 38 years ago, but that doesn’t mean his ability to speculate is dated. [atta boy] Woodward’s latest speculation: It sent the political world into a tizzy yesterday when Bob Woodward told CNN’s John King, in his familiar robotic monotone, that Hillary Clinton and …

Lou Dobbs is not delusional – he’s awesome.  [run Lou, run] Can Lou Dobbs make the leap from the anchor desk to the Oval Office? A radio interviewer on WTOP joked Monday about the "crazy" idea that the former CNN host could mount a White House bid in 2012 – …

The Eric Cantor for VP train is gaining momentum. And proof of that is in the fact that RedState, a neighborhood for conservative junkies, recently endorsed Cantor. And with less than 24 hours until an announcement is made, the question remains, will their bid yield influence? According to the Politico, …

“Well, a welcome like that, it’s almost enough to make me want to run for office again. (Laughter.) Almost, almost. (Applause.)” [click]