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Monday, January 5, 2009 12:00 AM

Obama's impressive new OLC chief

A law professor with a history of strident condemnation of Bush radicalism is named to one of the most important positions in the executive branch.

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  • Tuesday, January 6, 2009 12:27 AM

    Dawn Johnsen and Leon Panetta

    To all appearances, Dawn Johnsen believes in the "rule of law," and has nothing but contempt for the Liar-in-Chief's "Justice" Department. Of course, she's got to remain true to her beliefs once she's in office. Let's hope so.

    Senator Diane Feinstein--that corrupt, bought-and-paid-for piece of dreck--isn't happy about Leon Panetta for CIA Director. That's a mark in his favor, as far as I'm concerned.

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