On social media and change: have you seen either of these?
I haven’t watched this, but it looks extremely interesting: And I’ve only watched the first five minutes of this one, but I plan to watch the rest:
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Is Boris Johnson finally on the way out?
It looks grim for him, but who knows? The rodents are deserting what looks to be a sinking ship, though: It is looking increasingly unlikely Johnson can withstand this onslaught of resignations, prompted by yet another scandal. This latest scandal … Continue reading →
On the Highland Park shooter and red flag laws
The Highland Park shooter was waving red flags with both hands and both feet. And yet Illinois red flag laws didn’t stop him from purchasing not just one gun but many. This is his history – or at least a … Continue reading →
Open thread 7/6/22
In the 90s, they were still allowed to make fun of wokeness
The Highland Park July 4th shooter
There’s really little to say except RIP to the victims – and to note that the alleged perp seems obviously nihilistic and perhaps deranged. One look at his photos tells you that. I don’t usually say that sort of thing. … Continue reading →
Remember Ukraine?
I’ve avoided making predictions about the endgame of the war in Ukraine, but here’s an article that discusses the possibilities: At the time of this writing, it is not yet clear what the outcome will be. His first strategy having … Continue reading →
Open thread 7/5/22
Mysterious:
Continue reading →For the Fourth: on liberty
[NOTE: This is a repeat of a previous post from many many years ago. It was written in the springtime during a visit to New York City. Reading it now, it seems almost archaic in certain ways.] I’ve been visiting … Continue reading →
Happy Fourth of July!
[NOTE: This is a slightly-edited repeat of a previous post.] I saw that film on TV maybe 30 times when I was a child. Loved it, and in particular loved the idea that James Cagney—whom I already knew as a … Continue reading →
Open thread 7/4/2022
You tell ’em, Joe
Our brilliant leader has a July 4th weekend message: My message to the companies running gas stations and setting prices at the pump is simple: this is a time of war and global peril. Bring down the price you are … Continue reading →