While I attempt to keep my political views out of things like this blog, I'm going to bend my general rule a bit today and share a link to Stephen Mansfield's open letter of 18 August 2005 on All Things Considered. I think it's worth listening to by all.
 
Aside from the specific content, I do find it interesting that the act of blogging is mentioned in a manner that shows the gradual move to acceptance as a mainstream means of news and communication.