Wild Card/Thursday — 9.10.09

On Wednesday, I published part of a blog post by Tara Roberts/Moscow-Pullman Daily News re: the mixed emotions she has for receiving welfare . The post attracted 23 comments, including one from Tara, who appreciates your input. Tara: “You guys are a lot — and I mean a LOT — kinder than many of those who have commented on the original posting. Thanks for reading what I wrote, thinking about it and understanding where I’m coming from. And even if some of you don’t agree with me … thanks for reading anyway.” I appreciate it, too. Much of the commentary here is top-notch. Just wanted to give you an attaboy before I dropped today’s Wild Card on you …