This history reflects the more basic budget math that eludes most static thinking commentators, especially the pie chart lady Ruth Marcus at the Washington Post. (Pie charts of the budget reflect the most static thinking).

FORBES: For The Republicans There's An Opportunity At The Fiscal Cliff

After more than four years as executive editor of The Washington Post, Marcus Brauchli will step down, effective December 31, to assume a new role as Vice President of The Washington Post Company, working closely with Don Graham to review and evaluate new media opportunities.

FORBES: Washington Post Hires New Top Editor; Here Are The Memos

Fadlallah will speak June 9, following Washington Post editor in chief Marcus Brauchli and just prior to AP chairman Tom Curley.

FORBES: What Are They Smoking at the World Editors' Forum?