Welcome to the Lunchtime Reader, where we assemble important stories to keep your eyes on. Sen. Ben Nelson, D-NE, doesn’t sound that interested in running for re-election. http://cvote.to/7E The Democratic Party’s unfavorable rating rises to 1984 levels (when Reagan won 49 states). http://cvote.to/7D Sen. Marco Rubio, R-FL, would really boost the GOP chances of winning Florida, but not as much... More

Just saw this come across the wire: President George W Bush will meet Pope Benedict XVI for the first time and will visit three East European NATO countries on a European tour in June, according to statement issued by the White House …. On June 9, Bush will meet the German-born pope, the White House added. [source.] Tres interessant. ...READ MORE... More