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#americasbestgovernor

You'll Have David Paterson's Job When You Pry It from His Cold, Dead Hands

Governor Paterson went on TV to talk about the snow, but then he began talking about other things, and he finally said that the only way he's leaving office before his term is up is "in a box." More »

02/09/10

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By Pareene

#books

The First Tiger Woods Scandalography Is in the Works

People writer Steve Helling will write an oh-so-unauthorized biography of Tiger Woods. Publisher Perseus Books tells Publishers Weekly it will be "the first" post-scandal book on the sexaholic golfer. But surely not the last. Title ideas, anyone? (Via GalleyCat)

02/09/10

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By Ryan Tate

#denials

David Paterson Fights Back Against Non-Existent Story

The New York Governor gave an interview to the Associated Press specifically to rebut "callous and sleazy" rumors based on an upcoming profile that may or may not reveal (more) sexual shenanigans at the statehouse. More »

02/09/10

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By Ravi Somaiya

#scandal

'Unintentional' Daily Beast Plagiarist Did It Four Other Times

The Daily Beast writer who confessed Friday to "unintentionally" lifting several sentences from a Miami Herald article also copied passages on four other occasions, as far back as July 2009. And now he's taking a "time out" from the Beast. More »

02/08/10

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By Ryan Tate

#scandal

Gov. David Paterson Spokeswoman Denies NYT Has a Resignation-Worthy Bombshell

The Business Insider posted an unconfirmed report that the New York Times' David Paterson story is so big that the New York governor will resign tomorrow. But Paterson's office is pushing back, telling Gawker "the governor is not resigning." More »

02/07/10

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By Foster Kamer

#davidpaterson

New York Times Sitting on Paterson Swinging Bombshell?

Click here to read <i>New York Times</i> Sitting on Paterson Swinging Bombshell?

The Observer's John Koblin heard the New York Times is supposedly working on a major story on our wacky governor. The guy's admitted to drugs and adultery, what else could there be? (We're all ears!) Update: More sex, looks like. More »

02/05/10

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#anthropology

Meet John Terry, England Football Captain, Scumbag

He's married, and has twin three-year-olds. Terry has thrown the otherwise stoic island nation into turmoil with revelations he cheated with the (now-former) girlfriend of a teammate. It's not the first piece of scumbaggery he's indulged in. More »

02/04/10

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By Ravi Somaiya

#mysteries

Oracle's Billboarded Executive Laughs Off Breakup of Two Families

Charles Phillips was just humiliated in billboards across the country for two-timing a wife and eight-year girlfriend. His marriage is ending. But the Oracle co-president had a big merger to close today, so cue the horribly awkward humor. More »

01/27/10

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By Ryan Tate

#shockers

John and Elizabeth Edwards Separate

ABC News reports that John and Elizabeth Edwards are "legally separated." Not divorced, yet. FYI. Also omg a big ol' iPhone! What a weird time to announce your separation from your wife—who will even notice?

01/27/10

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By Pareene

#scandal

Tiger Woods' Wife Supposedly Staying Put (and Staying Pissed)

Tiger Woods' wife plans to stay with him for the good of the children, a "Florida source" tells People. She'll even help the golfer shake off that sex addiction once he emerges from rehab, if you know what we mean. More »

01/26/10

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By Ryan Tate

#mysteries

Billboards and Web Site Were a 'Gift' from a Scorned Mistress

Here's how those "Charles & YaVaughnie" billboards came to be, according to people the couple spoke to: Charles was publicly sucking up to his wife, while mistress YaVaughnie was busy launching an incriminating online photo album. Spurned lover, much? More »

01/21/10

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By Ryan Tate

#mysteries

Are the 'Charles & YaVaughnie' Billboards the Work of a Scorned Mistress?

An Oracle executive has been pledging himself to his "soulmate" on romantic billboards across the country. But it's not clear the gentleman approves; after all, the lady he's cuddling up to on the signs is not his wife. More »

01/21/10

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#drugs

Pot Lobbyist Quits After Sex Scandal, Pot Group Has Awesome Pot Videos on Website

The co-founder of the Marijuana Policy Project (not pictured) has resigned, for sleeping with a subordinate and for his record of "predatory" behavior towards women in his office. Related: you have to watch these videos. Our favorite is probably "Grandmother."

01/20/10

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By Pareene

#crime

Letterman Extortion Guy Fails To Sell 'I'm Just Like Tiger Woods Mistress' Story

Robert Halderman utterly failed to convince a judge to toss extortion charges against him on First Amendment grounds. The judge also didn't buy his "but Tiger Woods skanks did it, too" defense. More »

01/19/10

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By Ryan Tate

#affairs

New York Gov. David Paterson's Scandalous, Sexxy, Spanish Fly Steakhouse Dinner: Cheating?

Hot and meaty: The New York Post is claiming an exclusive on Governor David Paterson having a wildly flirty, inappropriate dinner with a young, pretty Latin woman in a Jersey steakhouse that's suggestive of an affair. But is it? More »

01/17/10

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By Foster Kamer

#journalismism

So, Who Was Bill Clinton's Girlfriend?

Click here to read So, Who <em>Was</em> Bill Clinton's Girlfriend?

Why won't Mark Halperin and John Heilemann tell us who Bill Clinton was sleeping with? This may sound like a plea from a shameless scandal-merchant for more grist, but it is actually an honest question: what makes that information privileged? More »

01/11/10

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#mugshots

Of Course the OMB Director's Fiancee Has a Mug Shot

We have a mug shot for "money honey" and Orszag-fiancee Bianna Golodryga. (She was arrested for drunk driving, and pleaded no contest. Just like it was no contest between her and Peter's old girlfriend am I right?) [NYDN]

01/08/10

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By Pareene

#wtf

Obama's Budget Hunk Ditched a Pregnant Girlfriend for His ABC News Fiancée

White House budget guru Peter Orszag apparently ditched his pregnant girlfriend for ABC News correspondent Bianna Golodryga. The girlfriend, Claire Milonas, gave birth to a girl in November. Milonas is a shipping heiress, so, economically, the move makes no sense.

01/06/10

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By Pareene

#imagefile

Obama in Wanton Public Buttock-Caress

Barack Obama, President of SEX. Where do various wingnut moralist pundits stand on this blatant exhibitionism? [Pic: Getty. Click to enlarge, for titillation.]

01/04/10

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By Hamilton Nolan

#scandal

We Were Right about Sarah Palin's Personal Email Account

Remember when someone hacked Sarah Palin's email address (by guessing her security question) and we posted her hacked emails and everyone threw a fit? The Alaska Dispatch just did the same thing! More »

01/04/10

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By Pareene

#birthers

Orly Taitz's Love Affair with the 2nd Amendment (And with a Guy)

Orange County Newsmaker of the Year, Birther Queen, Attorney, and Dentist Orly Taitz says it is time to begin our armed rebellion! But her former lover says she is treacherous! More »

12/29/09

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