Not breaking news

on my facebook today I was sent word that Mat Marshal is now a Democrat. whoooopdeefuckingdo. I'm now a conservative.  And I am now calling myself African American.  Oh and…

Accidental Listening: Vigilante Edition

I was accidentally listening to Rick Jensen a few minutes ago. He had the Mother of a boy from Kirk Middle School on the phone talking about the problem that her 7th grader had with being set-up by some bullies in the school. It is a heartbreaking story and deserves its own "helpkyle" website. Sadly, Rick's weak mind is unable to think rationally. Rick suggested something like this:
It amazes me that in this day and age that these kids that victimized your son haven't had their names put out on the Internet. I'm not suggesting that you do it [Kyle's Mom], but someone could put these kids names on the Internet, where it will stay forever. And it will come up every time they try to get a job or go to a school.

The Krugman Blues

The other night I saw Loudon Wainwright III at The Grand and he played this song, "The Krugman Blues". Enjoy.

Bye LuLu

A few weeks ago I asked a serious qotd.  Lulu, our adopted/rescued basset hound had recently bitten my son.  Again.  The overwhelming response was to get rid of her in…

Biden as Vice-Pessimist

Interesting article in the NY Times regarding Vice President Joe Biden's role in the White House in regards to Afghanistan. Mr. Biden does not favor abandoning Afghanistan, but his approach…