On the run today, so a couple quick hits are all I'll have time for:

• Via PSD Blog, we learn that the Global Development Network's 2007 Global Development Awards competition is open. Check out past winners to see the caliber of the competition.
  
• More on the Bush administration's fading interest in any country not named Iraq: The New York Times reports that President Bush "spoken more frequently with [Iraq Prime Minister] Mr. Maliki than just about any other foreign leader besides those of Britain and Germany." The story goes on to explain that Bush has implored Maliki to be a leader for all of Iraq, not merely Shiites. It seems odd for a president with approval ratings at historic lows to give advice to other leaders.
  
• Katya Andresen says this is the best email she's ever received. I was personally inspired by a message I received this week from the One Campaign about the farm bill, putting the focus not as much on poor farmers around the world but small, independent family-farmers here in the states. I've copied it below. What do you think?