The decorum of mourning is now thoroughly passe. Quiet reflection and prayer exceeding an hour or two is so last year. Something Must Be Done. Amidst the predictable, ignorant shrieking for more gun control, there are several prominent voices calling for an examination of how we (don’t) handle mental illness in this country. I applaud … Read more
In the wake of gun control comments by Bob Costas, here is the greatest radio personality of our generation explaining the real problem: He’s damned good. This is genius. But by all means, keep telling yourself he’s a boob, and his followers are mindless sycophants.
The 2012 presidential election was surely as content-free as any election has ever been. It’s customary and prudent for the candidates to be somewhat platitudinous during primary season. That’s an elimination environment. Particularly with a large field, you’re looking for a reason to strike someone at least as much as you’re looking for a reason … Read more