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Democrats have been publicly cheering the indictment of Tom DeLay, but are some of them secretly hoping that “The Hammer” doesn’t fall too hard? John Dickerson of Slate has a point when he says that both parties have reasons to want DeLay around.
He writes that “Democrats would have to be nuts to root for DeLay’s scalp, something many of them admit in private. He’s the best villain they’ll ever have. DeLay’s got troubles hanging from him like charm bracelets. Not only does he have the Texas mess, but he’s been knocked three times by the House ethics committee for misusing his post, and he’s been closely linked to indicted lobbyist Jack Abramoff. At the level of personality, he positively oozes meanness, making him a perfect foil for Democrats.”
Posted by Melissa Cooley

Pride runs deep at Wichita North High School, which is having a big party today to celebrate its 75th anniversary. And why not? Its notable former students include Barry Sanders, Lynette Woodard, Cramer Reed, Curtis McClinton and Martin Ortiz (the inaugural class of its Hall of Fame) — and, we’d add, Eagle columnist Mark McCormick. Its diversity is unrivaled in the state. And it’s recently seen great strides in student achievement under dynamic principal Denise Wren. Another thing now stands out about North, too — the attention to detail of the new addition to the historic building, down to the color of the brick and the pattern of the Native American frieze. Praise goes to the school district and bond issue architects for getting it so right. And to North High’s students, staff and alumni: Happy 75th anniversary!
Posted by Rhonda Holman