OCTOBER 19, 2016

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• Headline: Trump's Poll Monitoring Controversy Explained. Impact: When Trump suggested monitoring polls, it set off a chain reaction of panic that led to the invention of the world's first 'Voter Anxiety Yoga' classes, where participants chant soothing phrases like 'My vote matters!' while staring at their ballots.. Fact: Did you know that anxiety over elections has been around since the dawn of democracy? Apparently, it’s the only constant in the political world—right next to broken promises..
• Headline: The Rise of Lt. Gen. Michael T. Flynn. Impact: Flynn’s rise as a voice of the alternative right inspired a secret society of disgruntled generals who now meet monthly to discuss how to overthrow the government using only memes and hashtags.. Fact: Ever notice how generals seem to have a knack for being 'alternative'? It's almost like they think battle strategies can be replaced with Twitter battles..
• Headline: Exploring ‘Sell/Buy/Date’ by Sarah Jones. Impact: This show's futuristic look at sex workers led to a surprising increase in people auditioning for roles as 'futuristic sex workers' in local community theaters, with varying levels of success and acceptance.. Fact: Fun fact: The future of sex work might just be an elaborate marketing ploy to get more people to watch theater—because nothing says 'I love the arts' like a futuristic hooker..
• Headline: Review: ‘Michael Moore in TrumpLand’ Isn’t About Donald Trump. Impact: Michael Moore’s performance inadvertently led to a boom in 'anti-Trump' merchandise, with everything from T-shirts to toaster ovens being designed to remind everyone not to vote for the guy. Who knew kitchen appliances could be so politically charged?. Fact: Did you know that political commentary can actually be a great way to sell kitchen appliances? Apparently, nothing says 'I care about democracy' like a blender that also supports your views!.