Washington Independent : NY-23: Scozzafova Photo-Op Goes Horribly Wrong By David Weigel Michael Patrick Leahy, the Tea Party activist who has been going after NY-23 GOP candidate Dede Scozzafava with hammer and tongs, produces this photo of the candidate stumping today outside of one of Conservative Party candidate Doug Hoffman’s offices. Little-known fact: There are lots of campaign workers, and signs, in such offices, ready to be deployed.

Overnight News Digest: “Einstein on the Beach” Edition – DAILY KOS OND is a regular feature on Daily Kos, consisting of current news stories from around the world, sometimes coupled with a daily theme, original research or commentary. Each editor of OND imparts their own presentation style and content choices Shelter from the storm – Edmonton Sun After years of abuse at the hands of her partner, Loretta finally mustered the strength to take her children and escape, crediting a second-stage women’s shelter for helping her find the courage.