Spider-Man and White Supremacy
A conspiracy theorist weighs in on the racist-ness of Spider-Man “Unlike Batman and Superman, Spider-Man is fake. He doesn’t exist. Not only that, but his adventures are fiction, … Read more
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Welcome to Bedpan Alley! Honest Names for Nursing Homes
Here to help: Senior living facilities names that make more sense – no charge to use. A senior living facility called “Symphony Square” recently opened up in my … Read more
What Moved Marriage Equality from Taboo to Justice?
Marriage equality: a long time in coming From 1956 until 2010, CBS television’s daytime lineup included America’s longest-running soap opera: “As the World Turns.” But times change, and … Read more
College Pitch to a Middle School Student
NYU is recruiting, and middle schools may hold students with great potential Office of Admissions New York University New York, NY 10003 Dear John, Listen. You’ve impressed us. … Read more
Rebel Flag the Ultimate Dog Whistle
The Confederate rebel flag has been the source of controversy with a regularity approaching that of a Madonna comeback album. Since its reintroduction on the grounds of the … Read more
Lost Journal: Must Physical Therapy be Physical?
Journal entry: April 22, 2011 (age 41) – Physical Therapy When an orthopedist recently suggested physical therapy to alleviate pain in my lower back and feet, he didn’t … Read more
Gay Marriage is Last Straw: Conservatives Revolt as ALEC Drafts New Constitution
ALEC’s bold new constitution aims to salve the GOP sadz. The American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC, a Koch subsidiary), sent out an emergency e-mail to their employees who … Read more
Mark Twain Mocks Ted Cruz, Hillary Clinton in Wide-Ranging New Interview
‘If you have to swallow a frog, don’t stare at it too long,’ Mark Twain says of 2016 vote. GATES OF PURGATORY – In an exclusive interview broadcast … Read more
Red Pope/Green Pope
The itch they can’t scratch: Pope Francis He gets under their skin like termites in a boathouse. Drives them crazier than Hillary Clinton and Yoko Ono dancing on … Read more
‘The Donald Show’
To “The Donald,” the U.S. is a brand Oh, joy! Oh, goody! Oh, happy day! For those of us who love the loopy side of American politics, our … Read more
