Washington in 60 Seconds: Sarah Palin, Angry Mobs and Congressmen Fighting Back

Good morning, Capitolists! Did you know that P.D. readers are attracted to the term "angry mobs"? I've noticed that every time I write "angry mobs," readers click on and comment on that column. So in the spirit of giving the peeps what they want, I've included your Daily Angry Mob update as a part of Washington in 60 Seconds, complete with video.

Also, here's what's making news in Washington today:

* The president is in Mexico for a North American summit, the veep is on Kiawah Island, David Wood is in Afghanistan, and the Capitolist stayed behind to keep an eye on the store.

* A local Democratic official praises Vice President Biden for vacationing in South Carolina, "even though the governor feels he has to leave for vacation." (Post and Courier, Charleston)

* Sarah Palin took to Facebook on Friday to say that President Obama's health care plan is "evil," but today tells rowdy protesters to take it down a notch.

* A top U.S. commander tells the Wall Street Journal that the Taliban is winning in Afghanistan and it's time to adjust.

* A series of four bombs have killed dozens in Mosul and Baghdad in the deadliest series of attacks since U.S. troops pulled back in Iraqi cities. (BBC)

* Gov. Charlie Crist (R-Fla.) has five weeks to fill Mel Martinez's Senate seat. Will he pick an elder statesman/ seat warmer, or a young, up-and-comer who could revitalize the GOP but hurt his own campaign? The Southern Political Report breaks it down.

* Phyllis Schlafly receives the Clare Boothe Luce Lifetime Achievement award today. Snaps, Phyllis.

* And finally, your Angry Mob Update: Congressman David Scott (D-Ga.) fought back against an angry mob in Georgia over the weekend, although his mob didn't seem as angry as others we've seen. In fact the Congressman becomes incensed by a doctor's question. (CNN, below)