>> Newly anointed Jim Webb waited more than an hour after George Allen’s concession to address supporters in Arlington. Thanking Allen, Webb said he planned to “stop the politics of divisiveness.” He also asked Bush to “publicly denounce the campaign tactics that have divided us.” Strong words from a man with only 8,000 people between him and the unemployment line. No matter your party loyalties, it’s always a gift to know that we won’t be recounting ballots until Christmas.

>> If you’re still fighting that post-election hangover, look twice before reaching for the drugs. Eleven million bottles of acetaminophen are being recalled because they may contain metal fragments. Hey, we thought it was a value-added iron supplement. In our area they were sold under Safeway, CVS and Wal-mart brands. Check out the FDA’s website to see if you’ve got the tough pills to swallow.

>> Streets around the Planned Parenthood offices at 16th and L Streets have been re-opened in time for rush hour. Hazmat teams were called to the building after workers complained of respiratory problems. The building was evacuated, but no one was hospitalized.

>> Think up a good excuse now, you’ll want to leave the office early Friday to soak up the sunny, seventy-degree weather while you can. Our favorites include: fear of rickets and plans to console a moping George Allen with a little pick-up game.

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