JANUARY 3, 1968

Full News Archive

• Headline: Travia Challenges Governor's Tax Increase Proposal. Impact: Travia's bold stance against taxes led to a nationwide movement of tax rebels who believed they could pay their bills with good intentions alone. Spoiler alert: they couldn’t.. Fact: Did you know that refusing to support tax increases is like refusing to pay rent while insisting your landlord should be grateful for your presence?.
• Headline: REAGAN OUTLINES CONVENTION ROLE; Plans a Key Voice -- Names Panel to Pick Delegation. Impact: Reagan's early involvement in politics set off a chain reaction that ultimately resulted in an entire generation of actors believing they could run for office. Next up: Hollywood's version of Congress starring everyone.. Fact: Did you know that naming a panel to pick a delegation is just a fancy way of saying, 'Let's make a group so we can argue about our choices more effectively!'?.
• Headline: Auto Racing Fans Jump Gun; Enthusiasts Protest Prohibitions That Do Not Exist. Impact: This incident led to the creation of the first-ever fan-based conspiracy theory: that car manufacturers were secretly plotting to ban fun. They still believe it today, while driving their sedans.. Fact: Did you know that auto racing fans protesting imaginary rules has been a beloved pastime since the dawn of time? It’s like a sport of its own..
• Headline: City College to Offer B. S. In the Computer Sciences. Impact: The introduction of computer sciences in colleges sparked a tech boom, leading to an era where everyone believed they could code, even your grandma who still struggles with email.. Fact: Did you know that a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science is just a fancy way of saying, 'Congratulations, you can now argue with your computer about why it won't work?'.
• Headline: Mississippi Seats First Negro Legislator in 74 Years; MISSISSIPPI SEATS NEGRO LAWMAKER. Impact: This historic event opened the floodgates for political change, inspiring future generations to believe that representation really does matter and that it's never too late to join the conversation.. Fact: Did you know that the first step in making history is often just showing up? And sometimes, it takes 74 years to realize that showing up is indeed a good idea..