Condi Plays the Piano While the ME Burns

Meanwhile, back at the so-called diplomacy ranch: Condi plays the piano while the Middle East burns.

"It is not a time that is frivolous. It is a serious time. I will play something that is in accordance with my serious mood," said Rice, who had just attended a conference in Rome aimed at helping resolve the Lebanon crisis.

Rice said she would not be comfortable singing show tunes.

My reaction? This.