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October 14, 2012

Wisconsin Senate Candidate's Son Says We "Have The Opportunity" To Send Obama Back To Kenya
Jason Thompson, the son of former Governor and Wisconson Senate candidate Tommy Thompson, speaking this morning at a brunch attended RNC Chairman Reince Priebus said that "we have the opportunity to send President Obama back to Chicago -- or Kenya." A woman in attendance then chimed in "we are taking donations for that Kenya trip." A spokesman for Thompson did not immediately return a request for comment. Update The Thompson campaign emails: "The Governor has addressed this with his son, just like any father would do. Jason Thompson said something he should not have, and he apologizes." The spokesperson added that Tommy Thompson himself was not in attendance at the event.

The World's Most Talented Handi-Capable Doggie
Tori is paralyzed in her back legs and uses a wheelchair to get around, but that doesn't stop her from enjoying adventures on the trails, trying skiing, and helping her mom with yardwork. If this little pup doesn't make you smile, I don't know what will.

Moderate Republican Former Senator Arlen Specter Dies
Specter was first elected to the Senate in 1980 and served as a moderate Republican until he left the GOP in 2009, and lost his seat in 2010. He was 82 years old.

14 Geeky Tattoos That Are Actually Super Awesome
While it's true that some "nerd tattoos" are getting super old, if you get something original and true to yourself, it could be as awesome as these.

Derek Jeter Is Out For The Rest Of The Playoffs
An injury in the 12th inning of the Detroit Tigers' win over the Yankees, means the end of the Yankee captain's season.

Even Palin's Ghostwriter Questions Palin Pick
"Really not the best plan," Lynn Vincent tells The New Yorker.

The Vice Presidential Debate, Songified
Auto-tune might be annoying in actual music, but it makes the stuff politicians say sound a lot cooler.