So, this is kind of interesting. I noticed a story on Utne Reader about some great visualizations that a gentleman named Eric Fischer made, using demographic information from the 2000 Census to map out which ethnicities lived where, to demonstrate the kind of de facto segregation that still happens in cities in the US. That, … Read more
See, folks, this is why October in Chicago is so great. Just look at this list! So many horror movies! So little time! Oct. 1 Chain Letter, wide release Let Me In, wide release Case 39, wide release Hatchet II, wide release 13 Ghosts, Facets Cinematheque Ed Gein, The Musical, Music Box Oct. 2 Satanico … Read more
Hey there, Texas State Board of Eduction. It’s come to my attention that you’re concerned about the textbooks that your children are being taught from; specifically, you’re concerned they might demonstrate favoritism towards the religion of Islam, while vilifying the Christian faith. In fact, I hear you’re so concerned, you’ve got a resolution awaiting consideration … Read more
Here’s a short list of key words that will guarantee I will ignore your TV show, movie, etc. From the producers of ‘Scary Movie’ Tyler Perry’s _________________ From the writers of ‘Two and a half men’ “It will warm your heart” “Just how far would you go to find true love?” “This generation’s (something interesting … Read more