by Laura Krantz

Yes, ladies and gentlemen, although he may have been overshadowed by the hubbub of the presidential elections, George W. Bush is still in office. And from time to time, he even makes the news - although perhaps not always in the way he hopes.

Laura Krantz, Assistant Editor

Time again to scrub behind your ears and wash between your toes. Yes, Sunday Soapbox fans, it's the Weekly Washup! Rebecca Tapscott, the capable and talented Weekend Edition intern, drew up a list of this week's more interesting topics.

And the endorsement goes to...
You might think we'd be done with high-profile political endorsements now that the presidential candidates are all but locked in. You'd be wrong. It's still open season and speculation abounds as to whether political bigwigs will support McCain or Obama. Some guesses are surprising, others not so much.

 

CARPETBAGGER - Steve Benen speculates about the possibilities and potential ramifications of traditionally moderate Republican voices signaling their support for Obama.
"Would Colin Powell and Chuck Hagel endorse Obama? Would it matter?"
Thursday, June 26, 2008.

ANDERSONATLARGE - Faye Anderson comments on Ralph Nader's objections to Obama.
"Nader Talks Nonsense"
Thursday, June 26, 2008.

NEWSDAY — On The Trail gives an overview of recent endorsements and looks at how McCain might pick up former Clinton supporters.
Friday, June 27, 2008.

George who?
Pop quiz! Can you name the current president?

Yes, ladies and gentlemen, although he may have been overshadowed by the hubbub of the presidential elections, George W. Bush is still in office. And from time to time, he even makes the news - although perhaps not always in the way he hopes.

NEWSHOGGERS - Ron Beasley reports on an initiative in San Francisco that proposes to rename a water treatment plant after George W. Bush. The official name would be "The George W. Bush Sewage Plant," and the renaming would take place January 20, 2009, the day the new president is sworn into office.
"The George W. Bush Sewage Plant"
Wednesday, June 25, 2008.

DOTEARTH - Andrew C. Revkin analyzes a recent revelation that White House staff refused to open a document sent by the Environmental Protection Agency on the dangers of greenhouse gases.
"Return to Sender: E.P.A. E-Mail on CO2 Refused by Administration. Old Pattern Back?" Wednesday, June 25, 2008.

Politicians on the internets!
Life is rough for politicians. Someone's always criticizing their policy decisions, or their speeches or even their wardrobe. And now politicians have something new to worry about - computer literacy. But some of them are getting pretty solid handle on this whole technology thing.

TECHPRESIDENT - Micah Sifry gives us a rare view into the Edwards' home, guided by Elizabeth herself, with a special appearance from John.
"PdF 2008: Elizabeth (and John) Edwards Drop in on the Conference via Skype Video"
Thursday, June 26, 2008.

CROOKSANDLIARS - Bluegal writes for "Crooks and Liars" about McCain's online strategy to inform bloggers about his campaign platform. By spreading McCain talking points, you can earn points from the McCain Online Action Center.
"McCain "gets" the Internet Thing, Awards Website "Points" to Right Wing Commenters "
Thursday, June 26th, 2008.