Author: Michael Phillips

Michael Phillips is a journalist, editor, creator, IT consultant, and father. He writes about politics, family-court reform, and civil rights.
Cultural Meltdowns, Culture & Absurdity, democrats, Habeas Circus, Judicial, Politics

Democrats Propose Banning the Dictionary After Supreme Court Confirms Words Are a Hate Crime

Democratic leaders are contemplating emergency legislation to eliminate dictionaries, deeming traditional definitions as oppressive and outdated. The proposal follows a Supreme Court discussion on women’s sports and transgender participation. Critics argue this undermines female athletes, as language reform prioritizes inclusivity over clarity, resulting in vague and fluid definitions. Continue reading Democrats Propose Banning the Dictionary After Supreme Court Confirms Words Are a Hate Crime

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absurd politics, Cultural Meltdowns, Global News, Government, Iran, Politics, Protests, Satire, Washington absurdity, world leaders

Trump Throws Down the Gauntlet: Threatens to Remove Iran’s Supreme Leader From His MySpace Top 8

Donald Trump announced his readiness to remove Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Khamenei, from his MySpace Top 8 in response to protests in Iran. This unconventional approach aims to exert pressure on Khamenei amid escalating tensions. Analysts debate whether Trump’s tactic will impact diplomacy or worsen relations, as protests in Iran continue. Continue reading Trump Throws Down the Gauntlet: Threatens to Remove Iran’s Supreme Leader From His MySpace Top 8

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Cultural Meltdowns, Culture & Absurdity, immigration, Satire

Peloton Is Out. Pursuit Is In: White Liberal Women Discover Cardio Through Federal Agent Chasing

Rage Cardio™, a new fitness trend of 2026, replaces traditional workouts with intense sprints after federal agents while participants yell frustrations about authority and societal expectations. Advocates claim it aids emotional release and mental health, attracting corporate interest with new products. Critics see it as misguided but it embodies modern political expression through exercise. Continue reading Peloton Is Out. Pursuit Is In: White Liberal Women Discover Cardio Through Federal Agent Chasing

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absurd politics, Cultural Meltdowns, Culture & Absurdity, fraud, Minnesota, parody, Politics, Satire, State & Local, Transportation

The Boy Who Opened Minneapolis (But Like… the Other One)

In a Minneapolis cul-de-sac, a boy named Nick Shirley discovers his psychokinetic abilities during a standardized test and is taken to a lab for experimentation. There, he accidentally opens a portal to an alternate dimension, Upside Down Minneapolis, where urban legends flourish. After witnessing thriving businesses that defy reality, he ultimately closes the portal, returning to a seemingly normal life. Continue reading The Boy Who Opened Minneapolis (But Like… the Other One)

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absurd politics, immigration, Politics, Series, State vs. Federal Politics, Washington absurdity

Shri Thanedar Announces Bold New Immigration Plan: “If ICE Simply Went Poof, We’d All Feel Better”

Shri Thanedar proposed an unconventional immigration reform at the U.S. Capitol, suggesting Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) should simply “go poof” without legislative action. His plan includes “Collective Manifestation,” “Moral Evaporation,” and “Emergency Crystals.” Critics dismissed it as unserious, while supporters believe it promotes innovative thinking in policy-making. Continue reading Shri Thanedar Announces Bold New Immigration Plan: “If ICE Simply Went Poof, We’d All Feel Better”

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absurd politics, Minnesota, Politics, Satire, Series, State vs. Federal Politics

Simple Frey: The Tale of the Mayor Who Misremembered Everything

Meet Simple Frey — the mayor who can’t remember what happened five minutes ago but somehow always remembers who to blame. In a Minneapolis where reality is optional and press conferences are performance art, every riot is a misunderstanding, every mob is a mirage, and every federal agent is guilty by default. Continue reading Simple Frey: The Tale of the Mayor Who Misremembered Everything

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Satire, Sports & Whatever, virginia

Virginia Tech Cancels JMU Game, Declares Victory Over Accountability

Virginia Tech has canceled its 2026 game against James Madison, citing logistical issues linked to the ACC’s new nine-game schedule. Critics argue this decision stems from fear of JMU’s recent success and potential embarrassment for VT, which has not beaten them in years, marking a decline in VT’s football relevance. Continue reading Virginia Tech Cancels JMU Game, Declares Victory Over Accountability

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absurd politics, Congress & Power, Government, Politics, Satire, State & Local

No New Taxes, Just New Feelings: A Bipartisan Masterclass in Fiscal Gaslighting

State legislators across the country are promising no new taxes while implementing numerous fees that burden residents financially. Governors launch relief packages to address the cost of living increase attributed to their legislation. Lawmakers deflect blame for rising costs, framing their practices as traditional governance despite the effects on constituents’ wallets. Continue reading No New Taxes, Just New Feelings: A Bipartisan Masterclass in Fiscal Gaslighting

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S.H.I.T.E. Paper, Satire

A Peer-Reviewed Panic: A Satirical Study on Acute Political Outrage Syndrome (APOS)

This satirical study explores the fictional Acute Political Outrage Syndrome (APOS), reflecting the internet’s obsession with outrage during political controversies. It argues that modern democracies suffer from an incentivized cycle of performative fury fueled by social media, recommending absurd solutions to counteract these damaging trends. Continue reading A Peer-Reviewed Panic: A Satirical Study on Acute Political Outrage Syndrome (APOS)

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Cultural Meltdowns, Culture & Absurdity, Government, Law & Order, Law Enforcement, Protests, Satire

Kamikaze Karens vs. ICE: A Love Story Written in Tears, Pepper Spray, and Social Media Screams

What started as screaming accusations and performative outrage quickly turned into America’s strangest meet-cute, as a pack of “Kamikaze Karens” discovered that nothing melts ideological fury quite like pepper spray and a tactical vest. Continue reading Kamikaze Karens vs. ICE: A Love Story Written in Tears, Pepper Spray, and Social Media Screams

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