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Thursday, November 5, 2009

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Michael Fowler

Michael Fowler is a great guy. Please buy the latest projects from Better Non Sequitur and Sweet Fancy Moses. See web sites for ordering information.

Choose MedCalf

Americans spend more on health care than anyone in the world, yet the quality of our care doesn’t match up. We need a new system—one we can believe in. MICHAEL FOWLER introduces our new sacred cow. (Spoofs & Satire | May 23, 2007)

You Sexy Atheist, You

Who says non-believers can’t get frisky like the faithful? Secular countries may be suffering declining populations, but MICHAEL FOWLER explains that atheists still have all the fun. (Spoofs & Satire | November 9, 2006)

Dawn’s Early Fright

This weekend, numerous Americans will celebrate independence by detonating explosives near their loved ones. MICHAEL FOWLER declares this is the year his family is raising the white flag of surrender. (Personal Essays | June 30, 2006)

Shirtless Summer

Come summer, a line is drawn between guys who doff their tops and those dressed in jacket, tie, and sneer. MICHAEL FOWLER considers undoing the top button. (Personal Essays | June 8, 2006)

Kafka in the Green Zone

It’s difficult to make friends in the middle of warfare, but the least you can do is try. Join the existentialist as he rapidly descends through his tour of duty. (Spoofs & Satire | July 27, 2005)

Farewell, Tour

The tickets cost too much, the band didn’t play long enough, somebody keeps stealing my seat, and the drunk guy is annoying me and my girlfriend. A letter to whoever is in charge. (Spoofs & Satire | July 8, 2005)


TODAY’S FEATURE

Cloud of Atlases

Maps without legends may not be immediately informative, but determining what they represent is extremely fun. If you’re into that kind of thing, THE EDITORS have a game for you.

OUR MAN IN BOSTON

The Party Line

Number-one bestselling New York Times author Glenn Beck brandishes a new money rake.

INFINITE SUMMER

Dracula

Sponsored by TMN, the online book club reads the vampire novel that sired them all.
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Abhay Khosla

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