I can't drag anything, files, folders, pictures, etc.

This is a problem within my Finder, and on my Desktop. I need help!
I have tried to Sleep and Wake with no luck! I need help!

See the following article:
Can't Drag and Drop in OS X Lion
Source: SWITCHING2MAC
http://www.switchingtomac.com/tutorials/osx/cant-drag-and-drop-in-os-x-lion/#com ment-157124
*Note: This article provides 6 different "Methods" to help troubleshoot the problem. It did the trick for me (iMac running Mountain Lion 10.8.2).

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