"wordspirit" In Karls case the tie serves to keep his collar in plce to be sure nobody sees his chest riddled with acne scars. And - believe me - that's a good thing.

Huh. What's more stupid? That Karl Rove speaks innane drivel, or that people line up to hear Karl Rove speak innane drivel? Let's discuss.

He didn't lose weight. His head has just shrunken since he stopped taking performance enhancing liberties with the Constitution.

I've often wondered what purpose the tie actually serves, since it no longer serves its medieval task. I do like the pale green, though. You've lost weight.

From left to right, a brief history of Oval Office dress codes...