OCTOBER 14, 2002

Full News Archive

• Headline: Tensions Rise Between White House and Press. Impact: If only the White House had embraced transparency, maybe we wouldn't have had endless conspiracy theories about alien autopsies and shadow governments. Instead, they decided to keep secrets, which led to the birth of the internet's obsession with conspiracy theories about everything from the moon landing to why the press secretary always looks like he just bit into a lemon.. Fact: Did you know that Ari Fleischer once claimed that the Bush administration was the most open in history? Apparently, open means 'just enough to let you know we’re hiding something.'.
• Headline: David Bowie's Iconic Staten Island Concert. Impact: Bowie's Staten Island concert marked a pivotal moment in music history, inspiring a generation of artists to realize that they, too, could perform in less-than-glamorous venues, leading to the rise of hipster music festivals in parking lots everywhere. Thanks, Bowie, for the weirdness!. Fact: Did you know that David Bowie once released an album called 'The Next Day' in 2013? It was like he knew we needed a reminder that he was still cooler than all of us, even after all those years..
• Headline: EARLY VOTING PUTS MANY CANDIDATES IN EARLY OVERDRIVE. Impact: Early voting turned out to be a double-edged sword. While it allowed people to cast their votes without standing in long lines, it also led to the rise of 'supermarket politics,' where candidates now campaign for your vote as you select your avocados. Who knew democracy could be so ripe?. Fact: Did you know that early voting was initially seen as a radical idea? Now, it’s practically a requirement. Next, they’ll have voting booths in your local Starbucks, so you can sip your latte while deciding the fate of the free world!.
• Headline: Economy Lurks Over the Races For Governor. Impact: The South Carolina governor's race became a prime example of how economic concerns can make or break a political career. Who knew that voters might actually care about things like jobs and stability? This intense focus on the economy eventually shifted political strategies nationwide, leading to candidates throwing around buzzwords like they were candy at a parade.. Fact: Did you know that Jim Hodges, the Democratic incumbent, was known for his charisma? Which is ironic, considering the only thing more exciting than a political debate about the economy is watching paint dry..