On the evening of December 17, 1989, millions of Americans settled into their living rooms expecting nothing more than another quiet Sunday night of television. Families flipped through channels, children sprawled across carpets, and parents half-watched the screen while thinking about the workweek ahead. Few could have imagined that what aired that night would not …
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California vs Texas: What To Do About An Attack By A Wild Coyote
California: The Governor of California is jogging with his dog along a nature trail. A coyote jumps out and attacks the Governor’s dog, then bites the Governor. The Governor starts to intervene, but reflects upon the movie “Bambi” and then realizes he should stop because the coyote is only doing what is natural. He calls …
When the Media Rewrites the Story
A Harley biker is riding by the zoo in Washington , DC when he sees a little girl leaning into the lion’s cage. Suddenly, the lion grabs her by the collar of her jacket and tries to pull her inside to slaughter her under the eyes of her screaming parents. The biker jumps off his …
The Real Health Hazard? Reading Too Much
Fifteen days ago, I read that smoking can kill you; The next day I stopped smoking. Twelve days ago, I read that too much red meat can kill you; The next day I stopped eating red meat.. 8 days ago, I read that drinking can kill you; The next day I stopped drinking. Yesterday, I …