March 27, 2002

Once again, Lileks's latest Screed

Once again, Lileks's latest Screed (a skewering of Nick Kristoff's silly "Sue Saddam" column) has so many good lines that it's impossible decide which to quote. Here's the conclusion: noting the well-known barbarism of Saddam's regime, which includes torturing and maiming children in order to gain the cooperation of their parents, Lileks adds:

Extra credit question: the children of Iraq who have not yet had their tongues pulled out should live another year under his regime because . . .

Extra credit for those who said “because we don’t know if the next regime will be worse.” Explain, in 50 words or less, how this is possible.

When writing your answer, remember the new motto of the American Air Force: neatness counts

Posted by Dr. Frank at March 27, 2002 12:24 PM | TrackBack