On fiscal matters, we agree with Gov. Andrew Cuomo, so far. It will be difficult, as many in the Democratic Assembly do not agree with us or Gov. Andrew Cuomo. And the discussions are just beginning. But New Yorkers should have some hope when bills like this pass the Republican Senate.

Looks like Washington is doing things right in the House. And will continue to do more, I can hear the cries now as the National Endowment for the Arts is included in the proposed cuts. (Just think, you may never get to see the Madonna covered in excrement again.) Karl Rove believes the GOP health care offensive has just begun. So does the Heritage Foundation.

Good advice from George Will.

Hu's words ring hollow.