Leon Panetta, President-elect Barack Obama's reported choice for CIA director, is being criticized for what he isn't. He should be praised for what he is. (Today)
Being tough on crime is a safe position to take. No politician ever would make the claim of wanting to go easy on criminals. (Today)
It seemed deceptively simple. Assign a mediator to examine the details of mortgage foreclosure cases and see if flexibility in payment terms could keep people in their homes. (Today)