Author: Michael Phillips

Michael Phillips is a journalist, editor, creator, IT consultant, and father. He writes about politics, family-court reform, and civil rights.
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Angry Insano Man Thanks Unions for Inventing Weekend, Pants, Internet, Alarm Clocks, and Apparently Western Civilization

Sen. Chris Van Hollen celebrated Labor Day by highlighting unions’ contributions to essential worker rights, such as weekends and workplace safety. However, his remarks sparked humor and skepticism, with critics attributing an exaggerated array of inventions to unions. Labor economists noted the complexity of workplace protections, which involve various factors beyond unions alone. Continue reading Angry Insano Man Thanks Unions for Inventing Weekend, Pants, Internet, Alarm Clocks, and Apparently Western Civilization

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Jawando Nails Textbook Heart Attack to Escape Debate With Woman Who Can Read a Spreadsheet

Montgomery County Councilmember Will Jawando experienced a heart attack, complicating his campaign as he faces Republican opponent Esther Wells. While recovering, Jawando’s health issues grant him a reprieve from addressing county affordability concerns. Wells struggles with the dilemma of supporting him while pressing for debate on pressing issues without appearing insensitive. Continue reading Jawando Nails Textbook Heart Attack to Escape Debate With Woman Who Can Read a Spreadsheet

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absurd politics, democrats, Media Critique, Politics, social media, Washington absurdity, Washington DC

DNC Influencer Guy Investigates Reflecting Pool, Finally Finds Body of Water Shallow Enough for His Journalism

The Democratic Party’s Matt Rein is producing sensational online content about mundane topics, like the Reflecting Pool’s appearance, in an attempt to engage voters. Critics argue this trivial focus detracts from pressing issues, highlighting a disconnect within the party as they attempt to rival more substantial conservative media efforts. Continue reading DNC Influencer Guy Investigates Reflecting Pool, Finally Finds Body of Water Shallow Enough for His Journalism

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absurd politics, Congress, Congress & Power, democrats, Democrazy, Government, Judicial, Politics, State vs. Federal Politics, supreme-court, Washington absurdity, Washington DC

Jamie Raskin Calls Supreme Court “Illegitimate,” Demands Democrats Be Allowed to Make It Illegitimate Correctly

Rep. Jamie Raskin criticized the Supreme Court as “illegitimate” due to its conservative majority and proposed adding four justices to restore legitimacy. His argument implies that institutions are only corrupt when they lack Democratic control. The commentary highlights Raskin’s perceived hypocrisy and the absurdity of politicizing judicial reform for partisan gain. Continue reading Jamie Raskin Calls Supreme Court “Illegitimate,” Demands Democrats Be Allowed to Make It Illegitimate Correctly

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Wes Moore Announces Maryland Will Not Sit on Its Hands While Getting Punched in Face, Immediately Asks Voters to Hold Still for Another Punch

Gov. Wes Moore says Maryland won’t “sit on our hands while getting punched in the face.” The Canton Cat wonders why the next move involves another redistricting fight. Continue reading Wes Moore Announces Maryland Will Not Sit on Its Hands While Getting Punched in Face, Immediately Asks Voters to Hold Still for Another Punch

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Terps USA Sprays Michigan Clock, Adds One Second, Saves Wolverines From Western Michigan

Michigan’s last-second victory over Western Michigan has raised eyebrows, with speculation about Terps USA, a cannabis company, potentially influencing the clock. After a review revealed one extra second, Michigan scored a touchdown to win 13-12. This incident complicates Terps USA’s trademark dispute with Maryland over the term “Terps.” Continue reading Terps USA Sprays Michigan Clock, Adds One Second, Saves Wolverines From Western Michigan

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Maryland Senate President Bill Ferguson Revealed as Billy the Puppet, Wes Moore’s Favorite Annapolis Ventriloquist Dummy

Maryland political observers uncovered that Senate President Bill Ferguson embodies the role of “Billy the Puppet,” used by Gov. Wes Moore to justify harmful policies and tax increases. Through satirical scenarios, residents are depicted as trapped by escalating costs, while Ferguson appears to explain the supposed benefits of these burdens. Continue reading Maryland Senate President Bill Ferguson Revealed as Billy the Puppet, Wes Moore’s Favorite Annapolis Ventriloquist Dummy

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Barstool Launches 24/7 Dave Portnoy Pizza Channel Because Apparently Society Has Completed All Other Tasks

Barstool has reportedly responded to ESPN’s all-Pat future with the only logical counterattack: nonstop Dave Portnoy eating pizza, judging crust, and terrifying pizzeria owners around the clock. Continue reading Barstool Launches 24/7 Dave Portnoy Pizza Channel Because Apparently Society Has Completed All Other Tasks

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Wes Moore Declares Context Officially Illegal After Trump Clip Fails To Be Outrageous Enough On Its Own

Maryland Governor Wes Moore has adopted a controversial approach to political discourse, openly stating he doesn’t care about context. Following a clipped video of Trump, Moore’s method reportedly prioritizes emotional reactions over factual accuracy. Critics argue this fosters misunderstanding and demonstrates a reckless disregard for the complexities of communication. Continue reading Wes Moore Declares Context Officially Illegal After Trump Clip Fails To Be Outrageous Enough On Its Own

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ESPN Fires Entire College GameDay Crew, Replaces Everyone With Pat McAfee Clones

ESPN has replaced its entire College GameDay crew with clones of Pat McAfee, creating a continuous broadcast of his persona. This decision, stemming from research showing viewer preference for McAfee, transforms various programming into all-Pat formats. Network executives anticipate improved ratings, leading to potential full programming saturation with McAfee content. Continue reading ESPN Fires Entire College GameDay Crew, Replaces Everyone With Pat McAfee Clones

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