On this Ashcroft thing, I think it's a mistake to pin all the stupidity on one person. I mean, Bush did hire the guy for a reason. And he apparently told Ashcroft right after 9/11 to do whatever it takes to prevent another 9/11 (according to an aide interviewed on NPR).

Not that I'm apologizing for good ol' Ashie, but we should hold the elected official accountable, IMO, not the appointed one. Remember teflon? Personally, I'm now referring to them as BushCroft.