What Is Early Word? The Philadelphia Inquirer's experimental online "morning show", which began in Sept. 2005, went on hiatus in the summer of 2006, after a gradual shift to putting more of its content directly on Philly.com.
About the Host Peter Mucha, husband and father of two, grew up in Cherry Hill and is a lifelong Philly sports fan. He's been writing and editing for The Inquirer for 18 years.
His motto (at least for today): "If I'm not brief, give me grief." View Blogger profile.
Tip on posting comments: After you click a comment link, select "other" or "anonymous" in the pop-up box. That way, you won't be asked for a password.
The Inquirer's ever-evolving way to start your day. Email. Phone: 215-854-2388.
Wednesday, September 28, 2005
The Blame Game Not my fault that the Katrina response was botched, ex-FEMA director Michael Brown told Congress. Is too, congressmen insisted. Is not; let's blame Louisiana officials, Brown said. Or even the White House. And, hey, don't forget Mother Nature. Inquirer story. A couple of people I worked with once suggested making up a Blame Game spinner. If something goes wrong, give a spin and, presto, you have your scapegoat. I think I'll draw one up. Meanwhile, who belongs on a Top 10 list of famous scapegoaters? Athletes, entertainers, criminals and business figures are fair game, not just politicians.
