Author: Michael Phillips

Michael Phillips is a journalist, editor, creator, IT consultant, and father. He writes about politics, family-court reform, and civil rights.
absurd politics, Minnesota, parody, Politics, Satire, Series, State, State vs. Federal Politics

Governor Warren Walz Loses It Again After Someone Touches the Headphones of Power

Minnesota’s Governor Tim Walz experienced a bizarre outburst when approached about his headphones, referred to as The Headphones of Authority™. Witnesses reported his rapid transformation into a defensive figure, aggressively protecting his perceived gubernatorial powers. Analysts suggest adding a warning for press conferences, advising caution around his headphones to avoid potential meltdowns. Continue reading Governor Warren Walz Loses It Again After Someone Touches the Headphones of Power

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absurd politics, New York, Politics, Satire, State & Local

Mayor Mamdani Announces Free Snow Weekend for NYC — No Strings, Just Slush

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced a controversial initiative granting all city residents free snow this weekend with no application or verification process. While touted as a human right, the plan raised concerns over snow removal costs and logistics. Critics, including landlords and small business owners, expressed confusion and skepticism about the overarching implications. Continue reading Mayor Mamdani Announces Free Snow Weekend for NYC — No Strings, Just Slush

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absurd politics, Government, Government Dysfunction, Government Waste, Law Enforcement, Maryland, Politics, public safety, Satire, State & Local

Annapolis Declares War on Snow, Immediately Fines the Elderly and Disabled for Losing

Annapolis and Anne Arundel County say their snow removal crackdown is about protecting seniors and the disabled. To prove it, they’re fining those same seniors and disabled residents for failing to shovel snow they didn’t ask for, can’t lift, and definitely can’t afford to ignore. Continue reading Annapolis Declares War on Snow, Immediately Fines the Elderly and Disabled for Losing

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absurd politics, Donald Trump, Elections, Government Dysfunction, immigration, Law Enforcement, Minnesota, Politics, Satire, Washington absurdity

Trump Announces ‘Vote Red, Get a Green Card’ Program, Democrats Immediately Call ICE for Tips

In a move that shattered political muscle memory, Donald Trump jokingly offered citizenship to any undocumented immigrant willing to vote Republican—prompting Democrats to immediately reconsider their stance on ICE, borders, and everything they tweeted in the last decade. Continue reading Trump Announces ‘Vote Red, Get a Green Card’ Program, Democrats Immediately Call ICE for Tips

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Government, immigration, Law & Order, Law Enforcement

100+ Million Americans Safely Avoided Being Shot by Federal Agents This Week by Doing Something Extraordinary: Not Ramming Them With Their Cars or Waving a Gun Around

In a remarkable display of national restraint, hundreds of millions of Americans survived the week unharmed by doing something radical: not pointing guns at federal agents, not ramming them with cars, and not turning routine enforcement encounters into Darwin Awards. Continue reading 100+ Million Americans Safely Avoided Being Shot by Federal Agents This Week by Doing Something Extraordinary: Not Ramming Them With Their Cars or Waving a Gun Around

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absurd politics, Government Dysfunction, immigration, Minnesota, Urban Absurdity

When Local Egos Block Federal Badges

Governor Tim Walz and Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey have faced criticism for treating public safety as a messaging exercise, leading to increased crime. Their reluctance to cooperate with federal law enforcement has created confusion and negligence, prioritizing political ideology over effective governance while leaving communities vulnerable to violent crime. Continue reading When Local Egos Block Federal Badges

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Satire, Science & Culture

BREAKING: Scientists Confirm Mushroom Makes You See Tiny People, Ireland Nods Politely and Says “We Tried to Tell You”

Researchers have discovered a mushroom that induces vivid hallucinations of tiny humanoid beings, paralleling folklore about “wee folk.” While science cautiously validates old myths, reactions range from indifference in Ireland to commercialization by startups. Experts urge caution before consuming the mushrooms, as they hold potential yet unrealized implications for perception and culture. Continue reading BREAKING: Scientists Confirm Mushroom Makes You See Tiny People, Ireland Nods Politely and Says “We Tried to Tell You”

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crime, immigration, Satire, Urban Absurdity

ICE Arrests Hundreds of Violent Five-Year-Olds Linked to Tren de Aragua, Grandmothers Busted as Getaway Drivers

ICE confirmed hundreds of “extremely dangerous” five-year-olds tied to Tren de Aragua were taken into custody this week, while their grandmothers were allegedly busted running the getaway cars—sending national media scrambling to determine whether juice boxes qualify as mitigating evidence. Continue reading ICE Arrests Hundreds of Violent Five-Year-Olds Linked to Tren de Aragua, Grandmothers Busted as Getaway Drivers

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Cultural Meltdowns, Culture & Absurdity, immigration, Maryland, State

Long Forgotten “Maryland Man” Plots Media Comeback With Ballroom Twirl, Jazz Hands

Kilmar Abrego Garcia, known as the “Maryland Man,” plans to regain fame through a rumored appearance on Dancing with the Stars after fading into obscurity. His team believes nostalgia will draw viewers, positioning his comeback as a chance for public redemption through dance, aiming for viral clips and renewed relevance. Continue reading Long Forgotten “Maryland Man” Plots Media Comeback With Ballroom Twirl, Jazz Hands

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absurd politics, democrats, Democrazy, Politics, Series

The Left Discovers Tyranny, Shocked to Learn It Has Their Fingerprints All Over It

Progressive leaders express alarm over looming tyranny, blaming Donald Trump for authoritarianism, yet they have established many of the policies leading to their fears. They redefine terms to justify censorship and demand greater control while ignoring personal responsibility. Ultimately, their own actions may have seeded the very control they now oppose. Continue reading The Left Discovers Tyranny, Shocked to Learn It Has Their Fingerprints All Over It

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