By Eliot Nelson, Ryan Grim & Arthur Delaney
The news cycle on this 4/20 was so slow that we were waiting for the news cycle to start staring at its hands and craving Bugles. President Obama held a Facebook town hall with that pothead Zuckerberg (we're guessing the guy is a stoner from his tie-jeans combo). John Boehner's political honeymoon is totally cashed. And someone implied that Allen West is the reason people smoke pot, but given West's statements, he's probably the reason people chew pot. This is HUFFPOST Hlil for Wednesday, April 20th, 2011:
REPUBLICANS UNHAPPY WITH OBAMA OVER PROPOSED CONTRACTOR RULES - The White House's proposal that federal contractors publicly disclose their political contributions has upset Republicans, who would rather thank them privately. "No White House should be able to review your political party affiliation before deciding if you're worthy of a government contract," Mitch McConnell said in reaction to Sam Stein's scoop. "No one should have to worry about whether their political support will determine their ability to get or keep a federal contract or keep their job." SERIOUSLY. Just ask Haliburton. [Reuters]
President Obama is in California where he is wrapping up a town hall meeting at Facebook's headquarters -- and hasn't gotten a single weed question yet. Obama used the occasion to tout his support of high-tech industry investment and offer a general defense of his agenda. Washington journalists used the occasion to criticize Mark Zuckerberg's casual outfit. When D.C. journos are ragging on your sartorial sensibilities, you know you're in trouble.
DAILY DELANEY DOWNER - A workforce agency in central Florida has ended a campaign to give superhero capes to the unemployed. Since its launch last week, the "Cape-A-Bility Challenge" faced intense media skepticism and an investigation from the statewide Agency for Workforce Innovation, which apparently considered the program a bit too innovative. In a Wednesday press release, Workforce Central Florida announced that it has "listened to the public" and will withdraw it's "admittedly out-of-the-box creative campaign." The campaign encouraged unemployed workers to don capes and vanquish the villainous "Dr. Evil Unemployment," who remains at large: The unemployment rate in Florida stands at 11.1 percent, according to Labor Department data released Tuesday. [HuffPost]
DELANEY DELIGHT - Tamy Reske, subject of the 3/18/11 DDD, reports that she has found work after more than 140 weeks of unemployment, a stretch during which she'd cut back on such frills as house payments and food.
MAJOR 420 BUZZKILL - Having written a social history of drug use, we weren't surprised to get an email from our publisher on 4/20. A marketing opportunity? A TV or radio hit? Not quite. "Hi [HuffPost Hill], We are considering destroying excess units of This Is Your Country on Drugs in our warehouse. This is NOT the same as putting the book out of print; just clearing out some inventory space while retaining enough copies on hand to meet customer demand. This gives you an opportunity to buy copies at a much steeper discount than we could ordinarily offer (depending on availability): roughly 70-80% off list price. The exact discount will depend on the size of the order. If you're interested, you can get in touch with Kimberly Bunkley (201-748-xxxx or xxxxxxx@wiley.com). Let me know if you have any questions. I hope you're doing well." Pack another one, man.
Don't be bashful: Send tips/stories/photos/events/fundraisers/job movement/juicy miscellanea to huffposthill@huffingtonpost.com. Follow us on Twitter - @HuffPostHill
WHITE HOUSE LOBBIED S&P ON RATING DOWNGRADE - Like a delinquent debtor clinging to the leg of a back-brace-wearing repo man hauling away their flat screen TV, the U.S. begged an pleaded not to have its fiscal reputation tarnished. Zachary Goldfarb is reporting that Treasury officials lobbied Standard & Poor's in recent weeks, urging the ratings agency not to downgrade its outlook for the U.S. from "stable" to "negative." "Treasury officials told S&P analysts that they were underestimating the ability of politicians in Washington to fashion a compromise to curb deficits, a Treasury official said. They argued a change in ratings was not needed at this time because the debt was manageable and the administration had a viable plan in the works, the official said. But S&P analysts told Treasury officials on Friday that they were unmoved -- and released a report that expressed skepticism that the political parties could come together on how to bring spending in line with revenue." [WaPo]
BOEHNER'S DISAPPROVAL RATING ON THE RISE - Maybe it's because doesn't look as much like the Syracuse mascot on a diet anymore. Or maybe it's because he hasn't cried in front of any cameras lately. Whatever the case -- and we're guessing it has more to do with the whole attack on social services and what not -- animosity towards John Boehner is on the rise. A new Washington Post/ABC News poll finds 40 percent of respondents disapprove of Boehner's job performance, up from 27 percent in January. [Politico]
From Mike McAuliff: "Rep. Gary Ackerman Wants To Tread On Tea Party License Plates In Arizona"
Greg Sarget parses the rage at Dick Durbin for looking like the "designated liberal" in the Gang of Six, whose role is to give cover to cuts to Social Security. [WaPo]
DHS INTRODUCES EVEN MORE DIRE TERROR ALERT SYSTEM - After the September 11th attacks, the Bush administration saw fit to introduce a terror alert system that seemed to be inspired by that flag outside your local gay bar. The five-color system proved to be utterly worthless, as it never dipped below orange or red on its ROYGBIV scale of fear. Plus they weren't very informative AND they instilled in the country a really bad and anxiety-inducing case of synesthesia. According to DHS Secretary Janet Napolitano, the new system will only include "elevated" and "imminent" warnings when necessary . So no more "low risk." That will never happen again. Enjoy. [Reuters/HuffPost]
MICHELE BACHMANN DROPS THE BIRTHER ACT - In an interview with George Stephanopoulos on Good Morning America, the Minnesota congresswoman accepted the validity of the president's birth certificate when the host presented it to her. "That's what should settle it," Bachmann said. "I take the president at his word and I think- again I would have no problem and apparently the president wouldn't either. Introduce that, we're done. Move on." With birtherism no longer a defining strategy in a 2012 field that includes Donald Trump and Mike Huckabee -- among others -- Bachmann might be trying to present herself as the palatable Tea Party candidate. Or this is just the prelude to an even more crazy conspiracy theory. Bachman 2012: Because Obama Is Kaiser Soze has a nice ring. [ABC News]
Christie Vilsack, wife of Tom, officially launched a congressional exploratory committee for the House seat held by Iowa Rep. Steve King. If King wins hiss primary, this will prove to be a very interesting contest, one of the Republicans' most outspoken officials versus the wife of of one of the Democrats' most ... uh ... consonant-y officials. [Des Moines Register]
FROM SUPPORTIVE TEARS TO A 'NAY': MARSHA BLACKBURN'S BUDGET VOTE - "Blackburn, who is not known for showing emotion, delivered a teary-eyed speech in support of the agreement struck by Speaker John Boehner (R-Ohio). Her presentation was moving, a GOP source in the room said, noting it rallied support for the bill and caused Boehner to shed a tear. Days later, Blackburn was among 59 Republicans who voted 'no' on the fiscal 2011 spending bill...According to spokesman Claude Chafin, Blackburn held a town-hall meeting on the Monday evening between the deal being announced and the vote -- and her constituents had questions on the exact nature of the $39.9 billion in spending cuts agreed to by negotiators. Blackburn couldn't tell her constituents the answers to their questions because she wasn't sure, either." [The Hill]
Former Pennsylvania congressman Patrick Murphy is running for attorney general of the Keystone State. The first Iraq war veteran in the House, who was defeated last year, became the most outspoken proponent of repealing "don't ask, don't tell" in the lower chamber. Murphy has already lined up an impressive number of endorsement from Pennsylvania officials, including Chaka Fattah, Tim Holden, Jason Altmire and a beavy of local party and labor officials. New York Attorney General Eric Schneiderman, the northeastern AG liberals have been fussing about since last November, better be on guard. Someone's stealing your thunder, Eric. [WITF]
ALLEN WEST URGES KIDS TO KEEP DRUGS OUT OF THEIR MOUTHS - The most rule-abiding man in the universe -- so much so that he is nearing the asymptotic limit of buzzkill -- has a strong, anti-drug message for this 420: Don't put marijuana in your mouth. Asked by a NORML activist whether a student should be kicked out of college for marijuana possession. "You shouldn't be smoking marijuana if you know you're gonna have consequences," Allen replied. "You have to make decisions for yourself. Don't hold me accountable because you chose to go out and smoke marijuana." We'll table the shocking news that pot smokers everywhere are blaming Allen West for their drug use, because the interview then got REALLY GOOD. The interviewer asked West whether the congressman wanted to destroy his "bright future." West got angry. "You destroyed your bright future," he barked, "because you put marijuana in your mouth. I didn't put it in your mouth." Putting marijuana in your mouth is the not inhaling of the 21st century. [Broward Palm Beach New Times]
Reader Emma really misses JB and his weather reports: "Dearest HuffPost Hill, While I'm really happy for JB and his new job at TBD, I must tell you the tragic story of my mornings this week. Everyday, I repeat, everyday (this includes Tuesday and today), I have opened my front door and realized wore the wrong clothing. Yesterday, I even had to go back to grab a jacket. HuffPost Hill has been my only weather source for the last year. Is there any way that JB could pass on his talents or twitter out his readings? I miss JB. Thanks."
BECAUSE YOU'VE READ THIS FAR - Cute baby feeds dog that kind of looks like Tilda Swinton. Adorbs.
CARLY'S CANNABIS CORNER - Carly Schwartz: "Happy 420! Don't worry, Mom and Dad, your kids are safe in SoCal. For the eighth year in a row, the folks behind reminds us, "you don't have to get high to have a good time." Clearly, Byrom never looked up the meaning of Boomers on Urban Dictionary." Thanks, Carly!
KEVIN THE INTERN'S 'THIS DAY IN HISTORY' - To counter the horde of Hitler & 420 items being tossed around, a story from the Civil War: Robert Edward Lee was no fan of slavery, or secession, but he faced a difficult choice of allegiance. Virginia, his home state, seceded on April 17th, after the South captured Fort Sumter in South Carolina on April 14th. Lee was torn, but his loyalties seeped out when President Lincoln needed troops to defend Washington. General Winfield Scott sent Lee home when he refused to invade his native soil. His family begged him to stay with the Union, but he resigned because he loved Virginia. He was given a command in the Army of Northern Virginia on April 22nd; his patriotism will continue to be debated, but it seems a lot more genuine than a flag pin. Thanks, KB?
COMFORT FOOD
- "Adorable baby pretending to know how to read?" YES PLEASE. [http://bzfd.it/i56HbO]
- People often go from midnight to 6 in a drunken, beer-fueled haze. This beer brewed with Viagra can help them go from 12 to 6 in a different way. [http://bzfd.it/f0doks]
- Look! In the sky! It's a bird! It's a plane! It is a bird! ... because Superman is on a bike! Superheros on bikes. [http://bit.ly/fpyRDC]
- Forget that guy who flipped out during the Brooklyn tornado, this guy casually talks on his phone while a tornado passes him right by. This guy ignores God's fury like a boss. [http://bit.ly/ezgbTu]
- In honor of 420, here's a handy map of each state's marijuana laws. [http://bzfd.it/fqnyzo]
- The biggest spider fossil ever was located in northeastern China. WARNING, this link contains a GIGANTIC SPIDERS. [http://bit.ly/gGhvwU]
- Trailer for If These Knishes Could Talk, a documentary about New York accents. Real men and women of letters pronounce it "greazy." [http://bit.ly/hbbZmY]
- Australian news anchor giggles during a segment about smuggling dead bodies. We learned about this through Terkel Rage, naturally. [http://bit.ly/fQmTp0]
TWITTERAMA
@elise_foley: Know what's cooler than a million dollars? Negative 14 TRILLION dollars.
MaryBonoMack: DM@ConnieMackIV I hope you're feeling better!
@pourmecoffee: I hope they don't do a Google doodle for Hitler's birthday tomorrow. They are really getting carried away with those things.
@delrayser: Spotted in front of WH: guy yelling at "lazy govt workers on their long lunch breaks," stoners carrying "Legalize It" banner. #mixedmessages
ON TAP
TONIGHT
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm: Hey, Women of Philadelphia, you can now be a Woman of Politics. Allyson Schwartz hosts a "'Women in Politics Reception" in the city of Lady-ly Love [Radisson Warwick Hotel, 1701 Locust Street, Philadelphia].
TOMORROW
8:00 am: Elijah Cummings attends a breakfast fundraiser in his hometown of Baltimore, the scrappy ne'er-do-well in the ragtag gang of East Coast cities [The Teavolve, 1401 Aliceanna Street, Baltimore].
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm: Bobby Rush, also a great name for a meth-addicted superhero, gets his glad-handing on. [350 North LaSalle St Ste 1300, 350 North LaSalle St Ste 1300, Chicago].
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm: Our cousins in Washington bemusement, FamousDC, host a "Recess Bash" for all those polo-shirt-and-jeans wearing staffers who have nothing better to do than ignore their constituents by playing Angry Birds [Cava's Rooftop Bar, 527 8th Street SE].
7:30 pm - 9:00 pm: How someone could be from San Diego and ever want to spend anytime whatsoever in D.C. continues to baffle us. Bob Filner attends a district fundraiser [Hilton, Mission Bay, 1775 E Mission Bay Drive, San Diego].
Got something to add? Send tips/quotes/stories/photos/events/fundraisers/job movement/juicy miscellanea to Eliot Nelson (eliot@huffingtonpost.com), Ryan Grim (ryan@huffingtonpost.com) or Arthur Delaney (arthur@huffingtonpost.com). Follow us on Twitter @HuffPostHill (twitter.com/HuffPostHill). Sign up here: http://huff.to/an2k2e
REPUBLICANS UNHAPPY WITH OBAMA OVER PROPOSED CONTRACTOR RULES - The White House's proposal that federal contractors publicly disclose their political contributions has upset Republicans, who would rather thank them privately. "No White House should be able to review your political party affiliation before deciding if you're worthy of a government contract," Mitch McConnell said in reaction to Sam Stein's scoop. "No one should have to worry about whether their political support will determine their ability to get or keep a federal contract or keep their job." SERIOUSLY. Just ask Haliburton. [Reuters]
President Obama is in California where he is wrapping up a town hall meeting at Facebook's headquarters -- and hasn't gotten a single weed question yet. Obama used the occasion to tout his support of high-tech industry investment and offer a general defense of his agenda. Washington journalists used the occasion to criticize Mark Zuckerberg's casual outfit. When D.C. journos are ragging on your sartorial sensibilities, you know you're in trouble.
DAILY DELANEY DOWNER - A workforce agency in central Florida has ended a campaign to give superhero capes to the unemployed. Since its launch last week, the "Cape-A-Bility Challenge" faced intense media skepticism and an investigation from the statewide Agency for Workforce Innovation, which apparently considered the program a bit too innovative. In a Wednesday press release, Workforce Central Florida announced that it has "listened to the public" and will withdraw it's "admittedly out-of-the-box creative campaign." The campaign encouraged unemployed workers to don capes and vanquish the villainous "Dr. Evil Unemployment," who remains at large: The unemployment rate in Florida stands at 11.1 percent, according to Labor Department data released Tuesday. [HuffPost]
DELANEY DELIGHT - Tamy Reske, subject of the 3/18/11 DDD, reports that she has found work after more than 140 weeks of unemployment, a stretch during which she'd cut back on such frills as house payments and food.
MAJOR 420 BUZZKILL - Having written a social history of drug use, we weren't surprised to get an email from our publisher on 4/20. A marketing opportunity? A TV or radio hit? Not quite. "Hi [HuffPost Hill], We are considering destroying excess units of This Is Your Country on Drugs in our warehouse. This is NOT the same as putting the book out of print; just clearing out some inventory space while retaining enough copies on hand to meet customer demand. This gives you an opportunity to buy copies at a much steeper discount than we could ordinarily offer (depending on availability): roughly 70-80% off list price. The exact discount will depend on the size of the order. If you're interested, you can get in touch with Kimberly Bunkley (201-748-xxxx or xxxxxxx@wiley.com). Let me know if you have any questions. I hope you're doing well." Pack another one, man.
Don't be bashful: Send tips/stories/photos/events/fundraisers/job movement/juicy miscellanea to huffposthill@huffingtonpost.com. Follow us on Twitter - @HuffPostHill
WHITE HOUSE LOBBIED S&P ON RATING DOWNGRADE - Like a delinquent debtor clinging to the leg of a back-brace-wearing repo man hauling away their flat screen TV, the U.S. begged an pleaded not to have its fiscal reputation tarnished. Zachary Goldfarb is reporting that Treasury officials lobbied Standard & Poor's in recent weeks, urging the ratings agency not to downgrade its outlook for the U.S. from "stable" to "negative." "Treasury officials told S&P analysts that they were underestimating the ability of politicians in Washington to fashion a compromise to curb deficits, a Treasury official said. They argued a change in ratings was not needed at this time because the debt was manageable and the administration had a viable plan in the works, the official said. But S&P analysts told Treasury officials on Friday that they were unmoved -- and released a report that expressed skepticism that the political parties could come together on how to bring spending in line with revenue." [WaPo]
BOEHNER'S DISAPPROVAL RATING ON THE RISE - Maybe it's because doesn't look as much like the Syracuse mascot on a diet anymore. Or maybe it's because he hasn't cried in front of any cameras lately. Whatever the case -- and we're guessing it has more to do with the whole attack on social services and what not -- animosity towards John Boehner is on the rise. A new Washington Post/ABC News poll finds 40 percent of respondents disapprove of Boehner's job performance, up from 27 percent in January. [Politico]
From Mike McAuliff: "Rep. Gary Ackerman Wants To Tread On Tea Party License Plates In Arizona"
Greg Sarget parses the rage at Dick Durbin for looking like the "designated liberal" in the Gang of Six, whose role is to give cover to cuts to Social Security. [WaPo]
DHS INTRODUCES EVEN MORE DIRE TERROR ALERT SYSTEM - After the September 11th attacks, the Bush administration saw fit to introduce a terror alert system that seemed to be inspired by that flag outside your local gay bar. The five-color system proved to be utterly worthless, as it never dipped below orange or red on its ROYGBIV scale of fear. Plus they weren't very informative AND they instilled in the country a really bad and anxiety-inducing case of synesthesia. According to DHS Secretary Janet Napolitano, the new system will only include "elevated" and "imminent" warnings when necessary . So no more "low risk." That will never happen again. Enjoy. [Reuters/HuffPost]
MICHELE BACHMANN DROPS THE BIRTHER ACT - In an interview with George Stephanopoulos on Good Morning America, the Minnesota congresswoman accepted the validity of the president's birth certificate when the host presented it to her. "That's what should settle it," Bachmann said. "I take the president at his word and I think- again I would have no problem and apparently the president wouldn't either. Introduce that, we're done. Move on." With birtherism no longer a defining strategy in a 2012 field that includes Donald Trump and Mike Huckabee -- among others -- Bachmann might be trying to present herself as the palatable Tea Party candidate. Or this is just the prelude to an even more crazy conspiracy theory. Bachman 2012: Because Obama Is Kaiser Soze has a nice ring. [ABC News]
Christie Vilsack, wife of Tom, officially launched a congressional exploratory committee for the House seat held by Iowa Rep. Steve King. If King wins hiss primary, this will prove to be a very interesting contest, one of the Republicans' most outspoken officials versus the wife of of one of the Democrats' most ... uh ... consonant-y officials. [Des Moines Register]
FROM SUPPORTIVE TEARS TO A 'NAY': MARSHA BLACKBURN'S BUDGET VOTE - "Blackburn, who is not known for showing emotion, delivered a teary-eyed speech in support of the agreement struck by Speaker John Boehner (R-Ohio). Her presentation was moving, a GOP source in the room said, noting it rallied support for the bill and caused Boehner to shed a tear. Days later, Blackburn was among 59 Republicans who voted 'no' on the fiscal 2011 spending bill...According to spokesman Claude Chafin, Blackburn held a town-hall meeting on the Monday evening between the deal being announced and the vote -- and her constituents had questions on the exact nature of the $39.9 billion in spending cuts agreed to by negotiators. Blackburn couldn't tell her constituents the answers to their questions because she wasn't sure, either." [The Hill]
Former Pennsylvania congressman Patrick Murphy is running for attorney general of the Keystone State. The first Iraq war veteran in the House, who was defeated last year, became the most outspoken proponent of repealing "don't ask, don't tell" in the lower chamber. Murphy has already lined up an impressive number of endorsement from Pennsylvania officials, including Chaka Fattah, Tim Holden, Jason Altmire and a beavy of local party and labor officials. New York Attorney General Eric Schneiderman, the northeastern AG liberals have been fussing about since last November, better be on guard. Someone's stealing your thunder, Eric. [WITF]
ALLEN WEST URGES KIDS TO KEEP DRUGS OUT OF THEIR MOUTHS - The most rule-abiding man in the universe -- so much so that he is nearing the asymptotic limit of buzzkill -- has a strong, anti-drug message for this 420: Don't put marijuana in your mouth. Asked by a NORML activist whether a student should be kicked out of college for marijuana possession. "You shouldn't be smoking marijuana if you know you're gonna have consequences," Allen replied. "You have to make decisions for yourself. Don't hold me accountable because you chose to go out and smoke marijuana." We'll table the shocking news that pot smokers everywhere are blaming Allen West for their drug use, because the interview then got REALLY GOOD. The interviewer asked West whether the congressman wanted to destroy his "bright future." West got angry. "You destroyed your bright future," he barked, "because you put marijuana in your mouth. I didn't put it in your mouth." Putting marijuana in your mouth is the not inhaling of the 21st century. [Broward Palm Beach New Times]
Reader Emma really misses JB and his weather reports: "Dearest HuffPost Hill, While I'm really happy for JB and his new job at TBD, I must tell you the tragic story of my mornings this week. Everyday, I repeat, everyday (this includes Tuesday and today), I have opened my front door and realized wore the wrong clothing. Yesterday, I even had to go back to grab a jacket. HuffPost Hill has been my only weather source for the last year. Is there any way that JB could pass on his talents or twitter out his readings? I miss JB. Thanks."
BECAUSE YOU'VE READ THIS FAR - Cute baby feeds dog that kind of looks like Tilda Swinton. Adorbs.
CARLY'S CANNABIS CORNER - Carly Schwartz: "Happy 420! Don't worry, Mom and Dad, your kids are safe in SoCal. For the eighth year in a row, the folks behind reminds us, "you don't have to get high to have a good time." Clearly, Byrom never looked up the meaning of Boomers on Urban Dictionary." Thanks, Carly!
KEVIN THE INTERN'S 'THIS DAY IN HISTORY' - To counter the horde of Hitler & 420 items being tossed around, a story from the Civil War: Robert Edward Lee was no fan of slavery, or secession, but he faced a difficult choice of allegiance. Virginia, his home state, seceded on April 17th, after the South captured Fort Sumter in South Carolina on April 14th. Lee was torn, but his loyalties seeped out when President Lincoln needed troops to defend Washington. General Winfield Scott sent Lee home when he refused to invade his native soil. His family begged him to stay with the Union, but he resigned because he loved Virginia. He was given a command in the Army of Northern Virginia on April 22nd; his patriotism will continue to be debated, but it seems a lot more genuine than a flag pin. Thanks, KB?
COMFORT FOOD
- "Adorable baby pretending to know how to read?" YES PLEASE. [http://bzfd.it/i56HbO]
- People often go from midnight to 6 in a drunken, beer-fueled haze. This beer brewed with Viagra can help them go from 12 to 6 in a different way. [http://bzfd.it/f0doks]
- Look! In the sky! It's a bird! It's a plane! It is a bird! ... because Superman is on a bike! Superheros on bikes. [http://bit.ly/fpyRDC]
- Forget that guy who flipped out during the Brooklyn tornado, this guy casually talks on his phone while a tornado passes him right by. This guy ignores God's fury like a boss. [http://bit.ly/ezgbTu]
- In honor of 420, here's a handy map of each state's marijuana laws. [http://bzfd.it/fqnyzo]
- The biggest spider fossil ever was located in northeastern China. WARNING, this link contains a GIGANTIC SPIDERS. [http://bit.ly/gGhvwU]
- Trailer for If These Knishes Could Talk, a documentary about New York accents. Real men and women of letters pronounce it "greazy." [http://bit.ly/hbbZmY]
- Australian news anchor giggles during a segment about smuggling dead bodies. We learned about this through Terkel Rage, naturally. [http://bit.ly/fQmTp0]
TWITTERAMA
@elise_foley: Know what's cooler than a million dollars? Negative 14 TRILLION dollars.
MaryBonoMack: DM@ConnieMackIV I hope you're feeling better!
@pourmecoffee: I hope they don't do a Google doodle for Hitler's birthday tomorrow. They are really getting carried away with those things.
@delrayser: Spotted in front of WH: guy yelling at "lazy govt workers on their long lunch breaks," stoners carrying "Legalize It" banner. #mixedmessages
ON TAP
TONIGHT
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm: Hey, Women of Philadelphia, you can now be a Woman of Politics. Allyson Schwartz hosts a "'Women in Politics Reception" in the city of Lady-ly Love [Radisson Warwick Hotel, 1701 Locust Street, Philadelphia].
TOMORROW
8:00 am: Elijah Cummings attends a breakfast fundraiser in his hometown of Baltimore, the scrappy ne'er-do-well in the ragtag gang of East Coast cities [The Teavolve, 1401 Aliceanna Street, Baltimore].
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm: Bobby Rush, also a great name for a meth-addicted superhero, gets his glad-handing on. [350 North LaSalle St Ste 1300, 350 North LaSalle St Ste 1300, Chicago].
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm: Our cousins in Washington bemusement, FamousDC, host a "Recess Bash" for all those polo-shirt-and-jeans wearing staffers who have nothing better to do than ignore their constituents by playing Angry Birds [Cava's Rooftop Bar, 527 8th Street SE].
7:30 pm - 9:00 pm: How someone could be from San Diego and ever want to spend anytime whatsoever in D.C. continues to baffle us. Bob Filner attends a district fundraiser [Hilton, Mission Bay, 1775 E Mission Bay Drive, San Diego].
Got something to add? Send tips/quotes/stories/photos/events/fundraisers/job movement/juicy miscellanea to Eliot Nelson (eliot@huffingtonpost.com), Ryan Grim (ryan@huffingtonpost.com) or Arthur Delaney (arthur@huffingtonpost.com). Follow us on Twitter @HuffPostHill (twitter.com/HuffPostHill). Sign up here: http://huff.to/an2k2e
That's the thing actually, Marijuana was actually amongst the top most asked question to President Obama, he just chose to ignore it.
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