ARNE DUNCAN SPEAKS IN NYC

TJ andthe TUX paid a visit to the Sheraton for Al Sharpton's National Action Network conference. This morning Arne Duncan, Secretary of Education, spoke about the need for everyone to step up, think outside the box, communicate better. He said parents are their children's most important teachers and that parents ought to have a say in changes that take place in the schools as well. Humble and not claiming to be a genius, Duncan was a solid ambassador for an administration that has alot of work ahead with regard to changing the mindset and actual functioning of education. When asked during questioning about ridding children of so much testing he explained that testing will not be done away with, but that tests need to better arm parents with the educational status of their children (photo by TJ).

IS STAR TIME WORKING?

James Brown used to call it star time. You ready for some star time? I dunno. Ask yourself though ..When was the last time world leaders rallied around George Bush for a photo op like it was summer camp? Shoe Thrower not included.

Debt Picture

Venezuela and Iran are included in line 3 - oil exporters

GOP graphically represents Obama's budget

Naomi Campbell dines with Michelle Obama at the Palace. Johnathan from Rollerball offers his helmet to her.

Just in case Naomi goes ape shit.

Elvis is in the building.

While the Gop is whining about the substance of Obama, The Big O is Shining in London. Like a rock star. Of course Republicans didn't seem to care about substance when they chose George Bush over decorated War Hero and maverick John Mccain in 2000 did they? 

Anyway, many here have been waiting for a diplomatic overseas moment like this to sell the U.S as an empathetic brand that listens. Finally. 

Last but not least, the g20 is like a giant music festival. You don't sign record deals there, you build relationships that grow into trust and mutually beneficial arrangements in the future. Therefore, temper your wish list if you have one.

BLAGO TO BE INDICTED

 So he tried to sell a senate seat. Big deal. It was all in fun and besides he didnt ACTUALLY do it. What is this a mind crime? Jail him and you jail a future talk show legend. Don't do it. Jimmy Fallon is one and done. Trust me. click here.