As a headline it might sound almost funny. But Irwin D. Mandel, who just died at 89, was the father of preventive dentistry, a series of practices that now sound almost second nature to most of us (or should) and ground breaking science in immunology with implications far beyond brushing and flossing.
White House staffers were among those who had their Gmail accounts hacked in that recent series of attacks originating in China.
Just before his speech at this weekend’s Faith and Freedom Conference, quick rising presidential contender Herman Cain lambastes rival Michele Bachmann for the “ultimate pander” after she added a public prayer to her conference speech.
In which Paul Revere is transformed by Sarah Palin into … well, just watch for yourself.
National Republicans try to get TV ad taken off air for claiming they want to “end Medicare.”
Former U.S. Sen. George Allen (R-VA) — running again for his old seat — offers an extended and emotional apology over the “macaca” incident in his 2006 campaign.
How the Edwards’ haircut craziness led to today’s indictment.
In USA v. Johnny Reid Edwards, the feds hit Edwards on four counts of illegal campaign contributions, one count of false statements, and one count of conspiracy. Read the indictment.
Almost every prominent conservative politician is in Washington today and tomorrow for the Faith And Freedom Conference organized by Ralph Reed.
You can follow all of the goings-on — Bachmann, Pawlenty, Romney, Trump, Paul, Santorum, you name ’em — via our reporters on the scene at TPM’s Faith & Freedom Conference Wire.