As a rule, when I find myself speaking (or thinking) in phrases I’ve heard on televised “debates” or on cable news channels, I take the opportunity to immediately examine what it is I’m actually saying. Nine times out of 11, the result is roughly equivalent to the muted horn speech of Charlie Brown’s teacher. It [...]
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A walking contradiction, standing still
A lot of people describe themselves as a complex assortment of contrasting sensibilities. And maybe they are, but not for the reasons they give: “I’m a walking contradiction: I like pop music and country music! ZOMG LOL!!1!” “I like watching TV. And I like reading books! I’m so random!” “I’m so unpredictable. Sometimes I like [...]