Highest-paid Public Officials by State

Deadspin provides the explanation - I sure would have gotten this one wrong. How about you?

America and Soccer

Thanks to the Opinione Blog for some good laughs. This was my favorite.

The Immaculate Inning

I love baseball. The last time I followed it, though, Maury Wills was stealing bases and Sandy Koufax was striking out batters. But, I think what I love about baseball is its serenity and meditative, almost trance-like pace. I know they've had their moments, but compared to football and hockey, for example, baseball is a peaceful sport.

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