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Who, Meme?

I never meme, but here we go. The first, via silvertide: 1. Grab the nearest book. 2. Open the book to page 23. 3. Find the fifth sentence. 4. Post the text of the sentence in your journal…along with these … Continue reading

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Federalism?

Is it, perhaps, time to give up on a national consensus? Allow the red states to become as red as they like? Let them pass more and more restrictive and oppressive laws until they drive every intelligent and tolerant person … Continue reading

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“Come home. All is forgiven.” — E II R

Richard Thompson concluded his 1,000 Years Of Popular Music tour in Princeton tonight, kicking off with what he said was the first known round in the English language, from the early 1200s, and finishing up with his version of Britney … Continue reading

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An encouraging (?) thought

Xeni Jardin quotes her father: Get over it. The way you feel now is exactly how I felt when Nixon won a second term — crushed. I just couldn’t believe America was that stupid. But remember what happened to Nixon … Continue reading

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“I’m sick and tired of being sick and tired”

As much as I’ve joked about it, even leaving the country seems like a poor option; there’s nowhere in the world that’s not affected by what the United States does, and this is the only place in the world that … Continue reading

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Here’s Hoping

My polling place was mobbed this morning; I was the 162nd voter in my election district. In the primaries, I was the 11th. Let’s hope this is happening in states where it matters! My big disappointment was not being able … Continue reading

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Werewolves Of Washington

In honor of both Halloween and the big day tomorrow, I offer “Werewolves of Washington,” with profuse apologies to and endless admiration for the late Warren Zevon. I recorded it very quickly tonight, and hopefully it will be obsolete by … Continue reading

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Harbor Sunset

It’s that time of year now, when you don’t need to work late to see the sun set from the office. I’m not crazy about working downtown but the views are quite a plus. Chestnuts roasting outside as you walk … Continue reading

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The Good Side Of NJ

I complain about New Jersey frequently, but the parts of it that have not yet been raped by developers can be beautiful. This is the intersection of New Road and Friendship Road in South Brunswick Township.

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