Ripping the Headlines Today, 12/22/20

Ripping the Headlines Today, 12/22/20
Paul Lander is not sure which he is proudest of -- winning the Noble Peace Prize or sending Congolese gynecologist Dr. Denis Mukwege to accept it on his behalf, bringing to light the plight of African women in war-torn countries. In his non-daydreaming hours, Paul has written for Weekly Humorist, National Lampoon, American Bystander, Huff Post Comedy, McSweeney's, Bombeck Writers Workshop Blog and the Humor Times, written and/or produced for multiple TV shows and written standup material that's been performed on Maher, The Daily Show, Colbert, Kimmel, etc. Now, on to Paul's time-commanding Special Forces in Khandahar… (See all of Paul's "Ripping the Headlines Today" columns here.)
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Making fun of the headlines today, so you don’t have to The news doesn’t need to be complicated and confusing; that’s what any new release from Microsoft is for. And, … Read more

The Jerry Duncan Show Interviews White House Farewell Party Guests

The Jerry Duncan Show Interviews White House Farewell Party Guests
Dean B. Kaner is a playwright and screenwriter, having co-produced and co-written plays for the stage with performances in New York City, Chicago, Minneapolis, Los Angeles, Boston, Detroit, Phoenix and Memphis. Check out The Jerry Duncan Show on YouTube, as well as on Instagram, and the sketch comedy A Bit of Biden (on Instagram) and at @abitofbiden on TikTok.
Dean Kaner

Wherein our intrepid talk radio show host interviews those infamous White House farewell party guests. ANNOUNCER Live from under a rock in your backyard, it’s The Jerry Duncan … Read more

Georgia On My Couch

Georgia On My Couch
Dave's political satire and short humor have appeared in most major North American newspapers. He is also the author of several humor collections including "Dare to be Average", "Screams & Whispers" and "King Donald I" available on Amazon.
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Georgia seeks therapy regarding strange new feelings and blue state tendencies. Thanks for seeing me on such short notice. I know I’ve been avoiding therapy sessions lately, but … Read more

Who Cares Who the Secretary of Agriculture Is?

National radio commentator, writer, public speaker, and author of the book, "Swim Against The Current: Even A Dead Fish Can Go With The Flow," Jim Hightower has spent three decades battling the Powers That Be on behalf of the Powers That Ought To Be - consumers, working families, environmentalists, small businesses, and just-plain-folks.

Twice elected Texas Agriculture Commissioner, Hightower is a modern-day Johnny Appleseed, spreading the message of progressive populism all across the American grassroots.

He broadcasts daily radio commentaries that are carried in more than 150 commercial and public stations and on the web.
Jim Hightower

The job of secretary of agriculture in the past has first and foremost been to keep moneyed interests in charge. Years ago, Robert Kennedy noted that making economic, … Read more

President Trump Booby Traps White House

President Trump Booby Traps White House
Lesley Green Leben is a humorist and writer. She holds an MFA in Creative Writing and Literature from Stony Brook University. Her articles have been published by Dan’s Paper and numerous online websites such as More, Grand Piano Passion and Medium. She enjoys playing the flute, writing and all forms of procrastination.
Lesley Leben

Biden prepares for a real-life ‘Home Alone,’ as Trump booby traps the White House. For the last week, President Trump has been holed up in his White House … Read more

Secret Service Plan Ready if Trump Refuses to Leave White House

Secret Service Plan Ready if Trump Refuses to Leave White House
Diane de Anda is a third generation Latina and retired UCLA professor. Tired of cranking out technical articles in a "publish or perish" atmosphere, she now spends most of her time writing adult fiction, children's books, parody, and satire.Her weapon of choice is the limerick, aimed with humor and a touch of malice at society's icons, celebrities, politicians, and other irritating folk.
Diane de Anda

Trump barricade? No problem: Secret Service plan revealed. An anonymous source has sent the Humor Times an exclusive copy of a Secret Service plan drawn up in case … Read more

Trump’s Anti-Labor Department

National radio commentator, writer, public speaker, and author of the book, "Swim Against The Current: Even A Dead Fish Can Go With The Flow," Jim Hightower has spent three decades battling the Powers That Be on behalf of the Powers That Ought To Be - consumers, working families, environmentalists, small businesses, and just-plain-folks.

Twice elected Texas Agriculture Commissioner, Hightower is a modern-day Johnny Appleseed, spreading the message of progressive populism all across the American grassroots.

He broadcasts daily radio commentaries that are carried in more than 150 commercial and public stations and on the web.
Jim Hightower

Trump has been the Anti-Labor President, all the while bombastically asserting at rallies that he’s the workers’ champion. In building glittery enclaves like Trump Tower, luxury resorts and … Read more

Biden Voters Exhibit Bizarre Behavior to Cope with Election Anxiety

Biden Voters Exhibit Bizarre Behavior to Cope with Election Anxiety
Dennis Wobber is a retired structural engineer. He is also a long-time admirer of Art Hoppe, the satirical columnist who wrote for the SF Chronicle for more than 40 years.
Dennis Wobber

Reports from around the country indicate that supporters of Joe Biden are suffering from election anxiety. As the election nears, reports from around the country indicate that supporters … Read more

Prop 22 Helps Gig Giants Strip Health Care from Low-Wage Workers

National radio commentator, writer, public speaker, and author of the book, "Swim Against The Current: Even A Dead Fish Can Go With The Flow," Jim Hightower has spent three decades battling the Powers That Be on behalf of the Powers That Ought To Be - consumers, working families, environmentalists, small businesses, and just-plain-folks.

Twice elected Texas Agriculture Commissioner, Hightower is a modern-day Johnny Appleseed, spreading the message of progressive populism all across the American grassroots.

He broadcasts daily radio commentaries that are carried in more than 150 commercial and public stations and on the web.
Jim Hightower

It’s just an attempt by Uber, Lyft and other gig giants to keep low-wage workers down. There’s a mournful Peggy Lee song that asks the existential question: “Is … Read more

Here’s Hoping for a Good Outcome, America!

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The Humor Times founder/publisher/editor/writer may wear a lot of hats, but he likes it that way. Still, his favorite job is writing fake news articles. He is also a musician and songwriter, who plays guitar, mandolin and harmonica, with several CDs to his credit.
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Editorial on our hopes for a good outcome to the election, from the November issue of the Humor Times, printed on 11/22/20. We went to press before Election … Read more

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