Speaking of Regina Herzlinger, Minnesotans will get a chance to meet her and hear a pitch for her latest book, at an event hosted by the Center of the American Experiment. Check their web site for information.

Mitch Pearlstein, president of the center, offers this endorsement: "I've heard Professor Herzlinger speak twice at national conferences about free market solutions to health care problems and came away each time raving that she was the best I've ever heard on the subject. If you don't agree, we will be happy to refund the full price of your dinner -- and throw in a box of Band-Aids to boot. "

Sounds like a can't-lose proposition!