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* Firing 46 federal prosecutors may have unleashed 46 incredibly qualified Democratic candidates on the midterm elections. [Politico]

* This… isn’t even surprising. [Huffington  Post]

* It seem incredibly unlikely this will ever happen, but it isn’t a half-bad idea. [The Hill]

* Whaddya know, actions have consequences. Blows my mind too. [Slate]

* And the North Carolina Democratic Party’s response is perfect. [The News & Observer]

* New York Attorney General Eric Scheiderman has Rex Tillerson in his sights. [Talking Points Memo]

* A look into Judge Gorsuch’s feelings on immigration. [AP]

* Really? I mean, really? The “Hearing Protection Act” will loosen laws on gun silencers. [The Slot]

Mobile Internet usage is predicted to grow faster in the next few years, making online or web based businesses great opportunities. What does that mean for you if you are starting an online business?

Closely related to the crowdfunding phenomenon has been the evolution of the peer-to-peer (P2P) lending model.1 As the early standard-bearers of P2P prepare to enter the public markets, the model itself is poised for greater industry and regulatory visibility. So what has the undoubtedly impressive growth of P2P revealed thus far and what might it portend for a rapidly shifting and decentralized financial sector?

Is it a wise idea to combine a law office with another business, such as a retail operation?

Check out this departure memo: great opening line, or greatest opening line?

The issue du jour is whether or not it is worth getting more education to get a (better) job. Valerie Katz is talking about the Small Business LLM from Concord Law School. Tuition is $600 per credit hour, or $14,400 for the program. Is it worth it? Let’s discuss the pros and cons....