* The case against Jared Lee Loughner may take years, so get used to that sh*t-eating wackadoo grin. It’s going to be around awhile. [Associated Press]
* Former executives of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are being defended on the taxpayers’ dime. Except, the dime is worth millions. Numismatists found the last two sentences hilarious. [New York Times]
* A woman accused of baby snatching in 1987 just turned herself into authorities. It boggles the mind that anyone would steal a baby. You insert food and you receive poop. They’re what I imagine ATM machines in Third World countries are like. [CNN]
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* Art forgery that doesn’t amount to fraud. A long piece that’s well worth the time. Bill it under professional reading. [Financial Times]
* The newly elected Colorado Secretary of State will continue “moonlighting” as a lawyer to make a few extra bucks. $68,500. Not enough to make you rich in the 3-0-3. [Denver Post]
* Justice Scalia is scheduled to speak to the Tea Party Caucus today. This Op-ed? A Hater’s Guide. [Washington Post]
* This article argues that both sides are right in the debate over the constitutionality of Obamacare. It tastes great AND is less filling. [National Law Journal via WSJ Law Blog]
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* It falls to former Patton Boggs attorney DeMaurice Smith to ensure there is football played next year. Lockout or no, Jay Cutler will refuse to play. [New York Times]