Welcome!

Well, inaugurations aren't limited to just one coast this week. And while I may not have quite as many private donors or host quite as many events to rub elbows with with arrogent snobs...ahem. I mean Senators, at least the party on this side of the continent offers a little more breathing room (and more Microbrews).

So let me welcome you to the inaugural ball for the creation of The Birdnest, a site that will take a look at government, politics, and society with a mind towards history, political science, and good ol fashion common sense.

I hope you enjoy and I look forward to hearing from you all...