Quick Fix 6 (4/8/05)

The first non-Italian pope in 455 years was buried at 2:20 p.m. (5:20 a.m. PDT) in the grotto under the basilica, attended by prelates and members of the papal household, the Vatican said, according to The Associated Press, here .

1. Political ‘Toon Fix: Paul Nowak ( Dogmatism ), Chuck Asay ( Power politics ), and Henry Payne ( Sure sign of spring ).

2. Humor Fix: “Not looking good for Michael. His accountants announced today he is finished doing his taxes. He’s declared three children as defendants, and 47 accusers…” Jay Leno .

3. My Way Fix: This Day in History here , Today’s Birthdays here , and Positive Quote here .

4. Top of the News Fix: Indians wish list: Big-city sites for casinos here , Marines training hampered by illegals here , Study: Good looks mean better pay here , Jury selection begins in fragging trial here , and DeLay: Judges have overstepped authority here .

5. Tom DeLay Fix: You might want to read this Slate scorecard, if you’re not sure why the D’s who ignored Bill Clinton’s scandals are whining about Congressman Tom DeLay’s shortcomings here .

6. Opinion Fix: Daniel Henninger /Wall Street Journal ( Pope more popular in death ), Patrick Buchanan /The American Conservative ( Is protectionism racist? ), Diana West /Washington Times ( Journalists afraid to criticize Islam ), Rebecca Hagelin/The Heritage Foundation ( Scouting makes a difference ), and Thomas Hibbs /National Review ( Empty “Sin City” ).