It's Inauguration Week in Washington, DC.  Are you celebrating, or coming to town to protest?  Make sure you've got plenty of warm cloths, and plan to be . . . . patient.  And take a deep breath, whether you're a Bush supporter or not -- this is supposed to be a time when we remind ourselves of the blessings of liberty and the democratic process.  We'll talk about this, and more:

-- On this weekend when we honor Martin Luther King, Jr. -- should he have a Memorial on the National Mall?

-- Was a prison sentence of 10 years for the so-called "ringleader" in the Abu Ghraib prison scandal appropriate, or was he scape-goated?

-- Why has the President said his "moment of accountability" passed when he won the November election?

And lots more . . . join the party with 630 WMAL's "Pet Liberal," won't you?

We'll get an early start today -- I'll be filling in for Tony Penny during the 12:00 Noon hour, so we'll have a full three hours together, Noon-3pm.  What's on the agenda?  Try these questions on for size:

-- Why is the Secret Service banning crosses from President Bush's Inauguration Day Parade?

-- Should we be spending $40 Million on his inauguration at a time of war and suffering in the world?

-- Is it okay that money was paid to a talk-radio commentator to push Bush Administration policies?

-- Why has Donald Rumsfeld ordered a full review of the situation in Iraq?

And lots more . . . join the party with 630 WMAL's "Pet Liberal," won't you?

Happy New Year!  On today's show, we'll talk about this country's response to the tsunami disasters, and whether we've done enough, too little, or too much -- plus lots more.

 

And:  Many, many thanks to all of our listeners who contributed over $1.6 Million to 630 WMAL's "Operation Homefront," a major fundraising campaign benefitting Fisher House, a "Ronald McDonald's"-like organization that provides housing and other assistance to those service men and women in need of medical care, and their families.  What a remarkable showing of your support for those who serve us!