A bunch of links. Like a blog. Only more rushed.

• Running the numbers on Toyota safety -- these accelerator problems are still an infinitesemal risk compared with just getting into a car. I previously heard that Toyota probably had more of these because they've sold more cars, rather than because there's more per-vehicle risk.
  
  
• ID Card for Workers Is at Center of Immigration Plan -- yes, right here in the USA. Big Brother, anyone? What could possibly go wrong?!?!?!?
  (via a Medley tweet)
  
  
• Australian researchers say fat is 'sixth taste'. Fascinating how little we know about our basic functions. Expect a flurry of research on how to leverage this for weight control!!
  (via kottke)
  
  
• Study says US doctors in hospitals only wash their hands about 30% of the time -- but we sure need some complicated fixes for our medical system!!
  
  
• Schumer To Hold Hearings On Undoing Filibuster Rules. Yes, please!!