Before we join the normal frivolity, I'd like to break in for a moment and urge you to contact your representatives in Washington- no matter their party- and demand that they listen to "We the People" and block the FCC from rolling back Net Neutrality.
If the plan to roll back restrictions goes through, you're going to regret it. I'm going to regret it. We're all going to regret it. Don't believe me? Ask the people of Portugal.
If there's one thing that's been proven- time and time again- it's that corporations do not have the best interests of the people in mind when they make policy, except the people who own their stock.
More info here and here. Petitions here,and here.
#netneutrality
Now, back to our regularly scheduled stupidity...
Good Friday morning, homies. Hope you all enjoyed your Thanksgiving yesterday (and for those of you reading from other nations, your Thursday). And, for those of you who got stuck working yesterday- or are stuck dealing with the rude, screaming assholes today- you have my sympathies.
If the plan to roll back restrictions goes through, you're going to regret it. I'm going to regret it. We're all going to regret it. Don't believe me? Ask the people of Portugal.
If there's one thing that's been proven- time and time again- it's that corporations do not have the best interests of the people in mind when they make policy, except the people who own their stock.
More info here and here. Petitions here,and here.
#netneutrality
Now, back to our regularly scheduled stupidity...
Good Friday morning, homies. Hope you all enjoyed your Thanksgiving yesterday (and for those of you reading from other nations, your Thursday). And, for those of you who got stuck working yesterday- or are stuck dealing with the rude, screaming assholes today- you have my sympathies.
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| The wonderfully weird Liō from Mark Tatulli. |
We'll be around tomorrow night to let you belt out your sympathies at Saturday Night Karaoke, live and loud at the Iron Horse Tavern in historic downtown Norcross. And there's booze!
Noel Gallagher is adamant that there will never be an Oasis reunion, despite his brother's supposed willingness to join him onstage.
My question: Does anyone actually want them to reunite? I'd think the market for music from petulant drunkard and pretentious, condescending asshole really all that big?
The list of men being accused of sexual harassment seems to get longer every day, so let's get this out of the way: It's reprehensible no matter who does it- and political party, race, and age don't make one fucking bit of difference.
Personally, I always thought there was something "off" about Kevin Spacey- something I could never quite put my finger on. If the allegations (including a new investigation by London police) against him are true, I guess I was right?
Same thing for Al Franken, though my experience with him ended when I quit watching Saturday Night Live- back in the 80s. He always struck me as... I dunno... lizard-like. And creepy. And I'm not surprised in the least about the allegations.
Much like I'm not surprised by the allegations against Alabama senate wannabe Roy Moore. If he behaved in an ethically irresponsible manner on the bench, why would anyone think his private life would be any less disgusting?
Nor am I surprised by recent comments from party leaders that electing Moore was preferable to putting a Democrat in office. You know, instead of putting in the best person for the job? Putting party over people is the ultimate betrayal of the public's trust.
Again, though, it's not a political issue- it's a people issue. A sense of right and wrong should have fuck-all to do with what party ticket you vote.
KC & The Sunshine Band have released a Christmas CD. And now you know.
One-time teen heartthrob David Cassidy has died, days after being hospitalized for organ failure.
Best known for his role on The Partridge Family, Cassidy also enjoyed a brief career as a hit singer.
"On behalf of the entire Cassidy family, it is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our father, our uncle, and our dear brother, David Cassidy," a statement to The Hollywood Reporter read. "David died surrounded by those he loved, with joy in his heart and free from the pain that had gripped him for so long. Thank you for the abundance and support you have shown him these many years."
Cassidy had been suffering from dementia. He was 67.
A "new" Mythbusters? I've said it before, but- no thanks.
It was on this day in 1991 that we lost the incredible Freddie Mercury.
Birthdays today include: Julieta Venegas (47); Chad Taylor of Live (47); Dawn Robinson of En Vogue (51); John Squire of Stone Roses (55); Clem Burke of Blondie (62); Bev Bevan of ELO (72); Lee Michaels (72); and Tommy Allsup (85). #MusicalBirthdays
Personally, I always thought there was something "off" about Kevin Spacey- something I could never quite put my finger on. If the allegations (including a new investigation by London police) against him are true, I guess I was right?
Same thing for Al Franken, though my experience with him ended when I quit watching Saturday Night Live- back in the 80s. He always struck me as... I dunno... lizard-like. And creepy. And I'm not surprised in the least about the allegations.
Much like I'm not surprised by the allegations against Alabama senate wannabe Roy Moore. If he behaved in an ethically irresponsible manner on the bench, why would anyone think his private life would be any less disgusting?
Nor am I surprised by recent comments from party leaders that electing Moore was preferable to putting a Democrat in office. You know, instead of putting in the best person for the job? Putting party over people is the ultimate betrayal of the public's trust.Again, though, it's not a political issue- it's a people issue. A sense of right and wrong should have fuck-all to do with what party ticket you vote.
KC & The Sunshine Band have released a Christmas CD. And now you know.
One-time teen heartthrob David Cassidy has died, days after being hospitalized for organ failure.
Best known for his role on The Partridge Family, Cassidy also enjoyed a brief career as a hit singer.
"On behalf of the entire Cassidy family, it is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our father, our uncle, and our dear brother, David Cassidy," a statement to The Hollywood Reporter read. "David died surrounded by those he loved, with joy in his heart and free from the pain that had gripped him for so long. Thank you for the abundance and support you have shown him these many years."
Cassidy had been suffering from dementia. He was 67.
A "new" Mythbusters? I've said it before, but- no thanks.
It was on this day in 1991 that we lost the incredible Freddie Mercury.
Birthdays today include: Julieta Venegas (47); Chad Taylor of Live (47); Dawn Robinson of En Vogue (51); John Squire of Stone Roses (55); Clem Burke of Blondie (62); Bev Bevan of ELO (72); Lee Michaels (72); and Tommy Allsup (85). #MusicalBirthdays
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