Overheard in D.C.: Dirty Rotten Scoundrels

You may have one in your office. That one person who simply cannot be trusted. He'll take credit for your work, stab you in the back, and probably trash the restroom just for fun. She makes your life difficult beyond measure, putting on a friendly face to mask the twisted machinations being constructed within. If only you could channel all that effort you put into steering clear of that person into more constructive pursuits. When you think about it though, wouldn't it save you all that anxiety if you just came over to the dark side yourself? Maybe it's time to embrace your inner scoundrel.

Quote of the Week

Inside the Pentagon at one of the many food courts:

An officer just starting a new position that day talking to two other officers: "Yeah, I've already figured out that she is really underhanded. She does a lot of really, really shady business and will go behind your back if she doesn't agree with you. Her and I are going to get along just like peas and carrots."

After the jump, trouble with a capital "T", sensing sexuality, and House couture.

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