Category Archives: Arts: Satire

The first Time, this was a Spoof. This Second Time, It Could Be a Preview . . .

My sources are tireless . . . . Imagine the Feds this past Monday morning, search warrant in a back pocket, sweating in their suits and ties, but with rubber gloves up to the elbows, hands thrust deep in each of the Mar’s 477 (gold-plated?) toilets, searching fearlessly, searching relentlessly, thanking god no selfies were … Continue reading The first Time, this was a Spoof. This Second Time, It Could Be a Preview . . . →

Kansas Kartoons & Updated Classics

After Tuesday this week, I read about a political “earthquake” in Kansas. And a thunderbolt. Even a “tsunami.” Naaaah. What happened there was a real surprise, for sure. Maybe a game-changer? ? We’ll see. But the proper metaphor had to be what the hired man shouted to Dorothy and Auntie Em in the classic taught … Continue reading Kansas Kartoons & Updated Classics →

Primary Colors from Tuesday’s Voting

Political “Miracles” of the Week

Some amazing things happened in public life the past few days. Here are a few of my picks: Imagine that: Democrats came up with a brilliant political slogan. I’m not sure that’s happened since “Yes We Can” burst on the scene with Barack Obama in 2008. This one is the “rebrand” of the last year’s … Continue reading Political “Miracles” of the Week →

New “MAGA” ad (Mothers Against Greg Abbott) Goes Viral in Texas Guv Race

Washington Post: In viral ad, doctor calls Texas governor to get permission for abortion María Paúl – July 28, 2022 A new political ad targeting Texas Gov. Greg Abbott (R) starts with a scene that could unfold in any hospital across the country — a doctor delivering gutting news to an expectant couple: “Your baby has … Continue reading New “MAGA” ad (Mothers Against Greg Abbott) Goes Viral in Texas Guv Race →