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Another amazing development in what has been an unusual Presidential race: the candidates sit down for two hours for interviews with an evangelical pastor.

Link to ABC News: Sharing Stage, Obama and McCain Split on Abortion

From what it appears in the ABC News story on the event, the candidates answered straight questions directly and frankly about a variety of issues.

So, thank you, Rick Warren. You may have stumbled upon the future of Presidential debates for those of us trying to weigh our options outside of the incessant hype and spin that passes for politics these days.

The Seattle Mariners announced yesterday that they have declared some sections of Safeco Field nut-free zones.
This development, taken ostensibly to protect those with allergies to the common legumes, should have the welcome side benefit of limiting access to Boston Red Sox fans and members of the Seattle City Council.