Mixed

Stereogum has a new Vampire Weekend song, from an upcoming soundtrack. It's all kinds of catchy. I can't say the same thing about the new Killers song.

If the financial news isn't apocalyptic enough for you, take a gander at futurist John Robb's take. Bad news for non-members of the hyper-elite.

On the other hand, Daniel Larison cautions us not to freak out and allow some garbage relief plan to sneak past. His last line is great: I am not inclined to believe the latest batch of alarmists who once again clamor for us to give them vast powers and ask as few questions as possible.

Have a listen to Christopher Buckley talk about his new book and why he may well vote for Obama.