How to prepare for the State of the Union

George W. Bush's State of the Union address is scheduled to start in one hour. Time to prepare:

• The ACLU's "Spin of the Union": In his fifth State of the Union address, President Bush will undoubtedly attempt to justify his illegal NSA domestic spying program. To help you cut through the rhetoric, we've prepared a "Spin of the Union" guide, listing some of the spin tactics the Bush Administration has been using in recent days. Listen closely during his address and check which spin you hear the most.

• Veteran's Mother's State of Our Family Address: Just read it.

• The State of the Union Address Drinking Game 2006: If all else fails, drown your sorrows. This game will have you passed out under the table 10 minutes into the speech.