I'm pretty much out of it today with a nasty case of the flu, but for those of you checking in, here's some suggested reading:

Matt Taibbi on the latest Goldman Sachs shenanigans (an epic piece, but well worth the read).

Paul Krugman on Britain's obsession with fiscal austerity and why it's a very bad idea right now.

Bob Cesca on Republican's hypocrisy with teleprompters.