Author: sloopyinca

I had such a peaceful drive through the pastoral settings of central Texas yesterday to get my daughter.  Listened to a few butthurt Dems lament the firing of the guy they demanded be fired a few weeks ago. Listened to the hype surrounding the deciding Game 7 between the Capitals and the Penguins. Heard surprisingly little about the Celtics vs Bullets (sorry “Wizards” but you’re always the Bullets in my book) and managed to conduct a little business.  Then I reached my destination and got to experience the joys of unloading a dorm room on the fourth floor in a building where the elevator wasn’t working. Bastards. Followed with a nice five hour return trip and a wonderful discussion with my daughter about how so many of her friends had transformed through the school year into shrieking aspies who were dead certain (from their 19 years of life experience) that Trump was destroying the country and the world. Thank God she was as amused in describing the performance art as I was in hearing the description.

Anyway, only one of those things matters now.  So go ahead and vent Capitals fans.  Vent that your team laid a giant egg last night and played scared. Vent that your captain is a shrinking violet in pressure games. Vent that its 19 years now since they got to the finals (a series in which I got to go see the Red Wings beat them in Game 4 and skate around with the Stanley Cup and bring Vladdy onto the ice, which caused me to cry). This links is for your tears. So here we go.

The hypocrites aren’t even trying to hide it anymore. To one in particular, its part of The Big Payback. Hit me!

Shit gets worse and worse in Venezuela. If only those wreckers and capitalist instigators would have embraced the Chavistas none of this would have happened, eh comrades?

Man arrested for hiring 16 year old to dance in a bikini. No word on whether or not they’re gonna shut down every cheerleader and swim team car wash next or if the good old double-standard will stay in place.

Colorado on the cutting edge of something big. I wonder where the protests are.

And aside from Comey’s firing, this should be the biggest story in the country right now. But I doubt it even makes the cable news.

One last lament for Caps and Oilers fans. This is for you guys.

Have a great day, dear friends!

Hoo-boy! While I was out there living my life yesterday, which means not really paying attention to things online until about 7 pm, looks like a lot happened.  A LOT!

And since I need to wrap this up and get on the road early so I can get my daughter picked up from college by noon, lets step right into…the links!

Comey Canned! The man the left reviled probably more than the right was fired by President Trump yesterday…and now the left is trying to make him a martyr even though most of them were calling for his head on a pike since October.

Cult kidnapping kiboshed! Going clear my ass.

Helicopter hijinks! Wouldn’t it just be easier to let people shoot intruders rather than have to follow some “must retreat” policy which ends like this?

Piss-poor parking? Or auditions for Death Race 2000 in real life?  Either way, not a very good job.  Which reminds me of something.*

Think you ever really own your house? Reading this oughta be enough to convince you otherwise.

I will be prepared for a full update tomorrow on the state of the hockey world after the all-important Caps-Pens Game 7. I know that’s more important than any of this dreck I posted today.

*Will the days of self-driving cars be filled with hilarity when people pull Will E Coyote: Super Genius  stunts like painting tunnels on the sides of the road in order to catch an annoying-as-shit bird that deserves to die a slow and painful death fuck with the new technology? Because if so, I don’t necessarily think that’s such a bad idea.

Anyway, on with your day, friends. And make sure to keep the thugs out of your house too!

I can thankfully say I didn’t hear about anything political yesterday.  Unless you count watching a couple of chimps at the zoo literally throw shit at each other political discourse.  Either way, it was pretty awesome except for one thing. It made me fear for the future of our planet since it kinda grossed out the two younger German people that were there witnessing it at the same time.  I mean, since when does something, anything, gross out Germans? That nation truly has lost her way.

Anyway, on to…the links!

Texas Governor Greg Abbott signs bill making it illegal for state law enforcement officials to not assist federal immigration officers.  The left immediately says elected law enforcement officials should be exempt since they represent will of constituency.  Hey, kinda like Kim Davis, right lefties?  Right?  Where’d they go?

If you thought American cops could be petty, vindictive and generally assholish when they set their mind to something, then it would appear that their Canuckistani brethren have been taking notes. (TW: there are a few stereotypes reinforced in the story.)

Chicago government releases plan for 760 incredibly valuable acres along Chicago river. Or in other words: Chicago politicians have a new toy with which to peddle influence and enrich themselves.

The Florida legislature is leading the way in something we can all get behind.  No, seriously.

I’m not sure how many people would lose their job after being caught with their dick literally out (claims it was a misunderstanding) in a place known for late night prostitution (it was late at night) with a pair of condoms in his pocket (at least he was prepared for that water balloon fight which is what the misunderstanding is, I’m sure) and then running from the cop for a quarter of a mile (because that’s a sure sign of a misunderstanding) and then … aw shit, here’s the back story so you can just read it. Anyway, not sure how many people lose their jobs when that happens and its all over the news.  But I know if you’re the DeKalb, GA county sheriff, then apparently you don’t.

You want to know how stupid “art” people can be?  Maybe stupid is too strong a word, but THIS is how easily “art” people can be had. I swear, those Nigerian princes need to do a little better targeting in their marketing.  They should just buy donor rolls from all the major galleries and foundations in the world and go after some of those dumbasses.

That’s it. Enjoy something a little lighter than usual.

Hope everyone has had a nice weekend and a good last several days.  I was completely out of it for a couple days there.  A fever pushing 103 will do some strange shit to you over a 16 hour stretch.  Some strange shit. But I’m back…much to the chagrin of a few people on here I’m sure.  And a special thanks for the other Glibs that kept the mornings going (better than I could have) while I was gone.  Thanks, Brett L and OMWC. And Swissy for helping in the shuffle on extra afternoon duty. If I missed anybody, I apologize.  I really was in bad shape.

Anyway, I’m back playing at about 75% today.  Still not up to full speed but on the mend. Which allows me to bring you….the links!

A guy literally died doing what he loved to do.  And people want to stand on his body and make a law he would obviously not agree with.

Fake news?  Fake news ain’t shit compared to what’s happening with “Fake Law”.

Hey, maybe the crowd lost their audio and were waiting for the person on stage to set off on a badass rendition of Papa’s Got A Brand New Bag. Nah, they knew they were cheering for Waters.  But I wonder if they know she can barely put two sentences together without making at least one factual and two grammatical errors? Seriously, that lady is so dumb she makes Nancy Pelosi look like Marie Curie.

Well the French picked Macron over LaPen by a pretty wide margin. And it looks like he faces a pretty big uphill challenge, as do all Europeans that embrace the super-state bureaucracy.

Those who want to erase history vs those who want to remember it (which include some for the wrong reasons):  Welcome to New Orleans. (TW: NYT comments offer their usual insight into the stunted mind of progressives) Also, try this shit on Monument Avenue in Richmond and you wouldn’t see protesters.  You’d see mobs surrounding those statues to protect them from revisionist assholery.

Here’s one for the hoi polloi.  Just in case you’ve ever wondered why Two Buck Chuck is so cheap.

Anyway, its good to be back. I’ll be 100% soon, so watch out. Oh, and this is probably one of the aforementioned politician’s best jams.

Have a great start to your week. I’m gonna try to make a few bucks and then take the kids to the zoo.

I gotta be honest with you. I usually hate the NBA playoffs. They’re predictable and nobody plays defense.  But this year…damn. That Celtics-Bullets game last night was something. And I get to follow it up tonight by watching the Pens-Caps and Rockets-Spurs matchups in games that will be really important in how those series develop.

Anyway, there’s your sports update.  Oh, yeah. Racist assholes exist in Boston and they go to sporting events.  Whodathunkit, right?  How about everybody that’s ever been to a sporting event in Boston knew it. Actually, anybody that’s ever been to a bar in Boston knew it.

And now…the links!

Victor Davis Hanson lets loose a broadside on progressivism that would make Horatio Nelson envious.

Hillary Clinton takes responsibility for her loss. Then proceeds to blame mysoginy, Russia, Comey, racism and everything under the sun except for her own ineptitude. Its almost as if she’s living in Denial.

Stephen Colbert unleashes a vicious verbal attack on President Trump, including the use of a homophobic slur. I wonder why he didn’t Godwin. These people usually Godwin when they go this berserk. Also, can you imagine the rage on the left and accusations of racism had there been 1/4 the invective hurled at Obama by a TV host?  The amount of shit filled-pants could fill FedEx field.

And speaking of pants-shitting! (TW: its a Salon article…about guns. So you know its gonna be totally insane.)

China looks to close the stable door. Horses nowhere to be seen.

I don’t like finishing with stories that make my stomach turn. But this is beyond the pale. Somebody ought to throw these assholes in jail.

Enjoy this. Especially the flute.

I’m struggling with an intro here.  I’ll quickly bring up the fact that the Capitals got back in their series (barely) after knocking Crosby out. And I’ll also mention that the Rockets absolutely thumped the Spurs to open their series, even though we all know the NBA Playoffs are equal parts basketball and equal parts WWF when it comes to series beginnings vs endings. So I won’t be holding my breath that it continues that way.

Anyhow, we are moving past Monday.  And the second chapter of this workweek begins with…the links!

Paul Ryan has convinced me that he’s a Manchurian Democrat.  There’s no other way to explain a budget that Obama himself wouldn’t have dared to propose when he was sitting in the White House (pondering over the beauty of the Washington and Lincoln Memorials from the Truman Balcony, as he said in his latest $400,000 speech).

Well, we might get to see the Fast and Furious documents after all. But I doubt many of them have escaped the dreaded computer crashes and shredded accidents that tended to plague other Obama officials when they were subject to oversight.

You mean the left is closed-minded when it comes to an open debate on their ideas?  Harsanyi says no shit, Sherlock.

Colorado hippies look to prevent college from competing with other universities.  To paraphrase Melissa Click Eric Cartman, “can I get some muscle Slayer over here?”

Political infighting in The Pine Tree State.

Baylor University fraternity suspended for doing what fraternities do. Hopefully the school is punishing them for not knowing how to read a calendar or for failing at basic knowledge of foreign languages. But I suspect that’s not it.

The policeman’s story that the car he shot into, killing a 15 year old,  was driving toward him was not true, according to the local police chief. The killing has been ruled a homicide. The local D.A. and “police integrity unit” are both looking into the matter while the unnamed officer is on leave.

Music from Delaware? It’s a thing. Or at least it was a generation ago.

Its a new month. The NHL and NBA playoffs are turning the page to the second round and Arsenhole got drubbed over the weekend, which all but knocks them out of UCL play next year.  All in all, things are looking pretty good.  Or so one would think.  Unfortunately, the links say otherwise.

May Day! May Day! Country going down!!! Tens of thousands of protesters set to hit the streets today.  Some municipal workers from Seattle even urged to do so after a memo sent from the mayor telling them today would be a good day to take off in order to stick it to the man…not realizing they’d be sticking it to the people that pay their salaries (and bloated benefits, pensions, absurd perks, etc).

Well, The White House Correspondents Dinner went on as planned. The right are mocking it mercilessly. The left are saying it was a thumb in Trump’s eye.  All I can say is that if you’re gonna throw a Rick Perry joke, maybe you ought to do it when he’s not making funeral arrangements for his dad.

The government has been funded until October.  Hooray!  Now we won’t have people dying in the streets like would happen when the shutdowns occurred.

You must assimilate. Resistance is futile. That shit don’t sell in Canada, eh.

American soldier killed by IED in Mosul. We shouldn’t even be in that shithole fighting while the local men flock to Europe for free shit.  This one hits a little closer to home. He was my nephew’s roommate at OBC, was in his wedding and they were the very best of friends. The least I could do was mention him in hopes that a few more people would put him and his family in their thoughts and prayers.

Sorry for finishing on a downer. Hopefully this will make up for it a bit.

Is it just me, or did the NFL draft seem a lot more enjoyable when it wasn’t an absolute shitshow ESPN spectacle?  I made it through about two picks before I tuned out and just followed it occasionally on my phone.  If you want a quick summary, here goes: The Bears fucked up.  The Browns super-fucked up. The Texans probably fucked up. And three Ohio State secondary players were drafted before the Big Ten Defensive POY Jabrill Peppers went hilariously to the Browns. So he can look forward to many more losses in the state of Ohio to add to the two he experienced in his only other trips to the state.

Anyway, here is a quick and dirty takeaway from Round 1 in case any of you are interested.

Which allows us to move on to…the links!

Hypocrite: Part II. (And in case you’re wondering, he “cleverly” managed to get some personal digs in. Because he’s such a classy guy.)

Does this mean I might get to see Ted Williams (sort of) play baseball again? Or does it mean I’m more likely to experience a renaissance of racist Walt Disney cartoons?  Either way, the possibilities are hilarious and creepy at the same time. So obviously I’m for it.

Democrat blueprint to win back America: mostly socialist and protectionist claptrap. Also, no mention on how it’ll be funded, but I’m sure they can just take more from “greedy corporations” and “greedy billionaires”.

War has broken out. Don’t tell me this wasn’t expected.

When Rob Schneider is (rightfully) shaming you in public, maybe its time to look in the mirror and reflect on your decisions.

Here is a new song for you to hopefully enjoy.

Imagine my surprise when I went to click on ESPN this morning to check a few scores and it actually worked!  I guess they have a few people over there still on the job.

::checks headlines there::

Hey, only two of the top six stories are either politically or socially motivated.  I’m sure that’ll move the needle, guys.

Anyway, we’ve got more important things to talk about than the NBA playoffs (The Celtics finally look like they’ve got their act together) or those of the NHL (sorry, Gojira. But its only game 1). We’ve got to do…the links!

Remember the good old days? When a thief wore a mask to hide his identity?  Those days are gone.  Now they wear suits and write editorials for The Atlantic after serving as economic adviser to two presidents.

Unsurprisingly, The AG has vowed to fight the recent ruling by a California judge that President Trump’s sanctuary city defunding policy is unconstitutional. By the way, it was the same judge that ruled against the First Amendment when he forbade the Center for Medical Progress from releasing videotapes of recordings taken inside of abortion clinics and of those taken in public of officials from Planned Parenthood. Plus his dad was a Democrat Party bundler and he’s been a Democrat Party activist his entire life.

California takes one step closer to bankruptcy. I guess they were using San Bernardino as a template after all.  Or Venezuela, maybe.

Police close in, but SPECTRE agent kills self before they can arrest him. Seriously, WTF?

I hope you’ve all ordered tickets in advance for the White Privilege Conference starting today in Kansas City.  Ugh, If I have to go to KC to exercise my white privilege, I may just give it up.  I’ve still got my cis-hetero male privilege to fall back on, after all.

I wonder if Rand Paul has ever had a patient tell him this.

Well, yesterday sure was chock-full of interesting things. Budget showdowns. Balls retracting on certain Speakers Of The House. And Russians.  They’re always there, playing puppet-master to the American (and now French!) politicians in their endless quest for world domination mediocrity.

Well, let’s at least get started on a few things…some of import and some not. You decide.  Here are the links.

Buckle up, buckaroo! Reality TV personality says they may consider run for office. The person has not ruled out switching parties even though the person has typically been a Republican. But the person says their priority will be to help their group. Just make sure the person stays off the road while campaigning, ok?  There are men and women out there trying to get places without being run over by another person.

Rand Paul doesn’t hold back.  Too bad the rest of the Senate seem to be gutless cowards when it comes to standing up for their constituents and saying the greedy bastards in the FedGov take too much of their hard-earned money and piss it away.

Nicolas Maduro: the honey badger of South American politics.  He don’t care, the crazy little fuck. He don’t give a shit.

I wonder if the Sacramento Bee also thinks we should pay ransoms when someone commits a kidnapping. Or establish Sharia Law like ISIS wants us to do. Or if any other group out there should give up their God-given rights because somebody else threatens violence if they exercise it? Because that’s basically what they’re saying: when someone threatens violence because you’re doing something they don’t like, you should give in to them otherwise you’re selfish. The Jewish community leaders and ACLU (from back then, not now) in Skokie, IL would be rolling in their graves if they saw this cowardly display from a media outlet that likely wouldn’t exist in a world dominated by the anti-fa dickheads they are siding with here.

Hypocrisy!

Russell Westbrook’s amazing season comes to an end. Courtesy of the Houston Rockets, the man that broke an incredible record (and the other guys that happened to be on the court watching him carry them) will be watching the rest of the playoffs.

Mmm…California burritos.