Okay, I've gotten some more requests for changes to some of the article markup coding, which I'll make shortly. (It involves displaying datestamps, a fine idea.) In addition, Helena has posted an advance review of the latest Harry Potter flick. Be sure to check out the short and sweet goodness.

I'm now having to work on some hourly blog-like stuff for my new website, so I'm probably going to start losing some of the politically themed stuff from this blog to focus more on the personal stuff. I may continue the more radical themes over here (wouldn't want to get in trouble with my boss for "crazy" views like open borders and the like) but the majority should be at the peyser site. Look for it starting December 1.

Until then, though, check out this piece in the Post which mentions, in passing, that Gore has endorsed single-payer as a health care solution. It's about time! From the piece:

But as he began his book tour this week, Gore already was making political news. On Wednesday night, he told a New York audience he has "reluctantly come to the conclusion" that the only solution to the "impending crisis" in health care is a "single-payer national health insurance plan" for all Americans. That marks a sharp break with his past position, pushing him sharply to the left on what could be an important issue in the next presidential campaign.

In the 2000 campaign, Gore battered rival Democrat Bill Bradley for advocating a health care plan designed to move the country toward universal coverage. He said Bradley's bold plan would wipe out projected budget surpluses and damage the country.

Gore offered no details of what kind of single-payer system he favors. Spokesman Jano Cabrera said yesterday that Gore will address the issue in a speech. Cabrera called Gore's comments on health care consistent with his recent vow to "speak from the heart and let the chips fall where they may."

Three cheers for President Gore!