At this point, there aren't a whole lot of differing opinions out there about Governor Chris Christie. That's not entirely true, but it feels true. New Jersey's Republican Governor has won a lot of fans for his diamond-tough backbone and knack for eschewing party politics for the greater good. But little did we know that within him beats the heart of fearless hero, one who could not sit idly by when a horrific creature with dastardly power and deadly intent threatened a group of innocent children. With his characteristic haste, Governor Christie stormed into action. His arm was sure and his aim was true, and he bested the monster in but one mighty blow. Sleep easy, citizens of New Jersey. Your Governor stands ever ready to defend you from whatever evils knock .... Discuss

Now that Tim Tebow has been released by the New York Jets, the outspoken quarterback can be signed by any team. That is, if another NFL team wants him. Despite a series of improbable comebacks and a playoff victory while playing quarterback for the Denver Broncos, with an unconventional style, Tebow didn’t secure much playing time in New York and was released after just a year. And despite the Jacksonville Jaguars saying that they have no interest in signing the hometown star, one fan is willing to do anything to make it happen. Even if that means contacting the president of the United States.

A recent petition posted on the White House’s “We the People” website requests that the president issue an executive order forcing the lowly Jaguars to sign and start Tebow as the team’s quarterback. According to the site’s guidelines, if it receives 100,000 signatures, the White House will formerly respond. In a time of financial uncertainty, global unrest and political polarization, we think it’s about time the president gets involved in an issue he can make an immediate impact on—forcibly taking over an NFL franchise to make Tim Tebow a starter. Your move, Mr. President … Discuss

In a state legislator vote last night, Rhode Island became the 10th state to legalize gay marriage. The law includes a provision that does not require any religious institution to facilitate ceremonies or religious leaders to officiate a same-sex wedding if it is against their convictions … Discuss

The Justice Department is appealing a judge’s recent decision that would make the “morning-after pill” available over-the-counter to customers as young as 15 years old without restrictions. As part of the appeal, the department has requested that the controversial new policy not go in effect on May 6 as planned. Justice Department officials reportedly felt that the court overstepped its authority by mandating that the FDA lift restrictions on the Plan B pill … Discuss

At The White House Correspondents' Dinner this weekend, director Steven Spielberg debuted a sneak peek of his latest presidential biopic, Obama. And from the looks of this preview, just like in Lincoln, Obama star, Daniel Day Lewis’ transformation is stunning. To see the other completely serious moments from the event (including what Barack looks like with Michelle’s bangs), you can watch here … Discuss

Rhode Island's Senate has voted 26 to 12 to allow gay couples to get married in the state, in a law that could go into effect as early as August, provided the House falls in suit. They will vote on the bill on Tuesday, and if it passes, Rhode Island will be the nation's tenth state—and the final state in New England—to allow gay marriage ... Discuss