I read the news today, oh boy...

Reuters: US Delays Rights Report Partly Due to Iraq Scandal

One official who asked not to be identified said the release of the report, which describes actions taken by the U.S. government to encourage respect for human rights by other nations, could "make us look hypocritical."

I like the 'could'... as in 'COULD make us look hypocritical'. No shit, sherlock.

in other news: Possible New Milky Way Spiral Arm

Thanks to Sky&Telescope for the heads-up.