DECEMBER 13, 2016

Full News Archive

• Headline: Warren's Misstep Targeting Tilson. Impact: Warren's Facebook faux pas inadvertently sparked a chain reaction in campaign strategies, leading to the rise of social media managers who specialized in damage control. Without this, we might have never seen the rise of 'social media influencers' as political advisers. Thanks, Elizabeth!. Fact: Did you know that Facebook posts can sometimes be as reliable as a fortune cookie? Just ask any politician!.
• Headline: Flynn's Controversial Views on C.I.A.. Impact: Flynn's view of the CIA as a political tool somehow led to a series of conspiracy theories that made their way into the basement of every conspiracy theorist's home. Who knew a single opinion could fuel an entire subculture of tin foil hats?. Fact: Did you know that some believe the CIA is responsible for everything from the moon landing to the invention of the toaster? Talk about overreach!.
• Headline: Jealousy and Betrayal in Othello. Impact: The flop of this production led to a resurgence in Shakespeare adaptations, which ultimately resulted in the bizarre trend of Shakespeare-themed escape rooms. Because who wouldn't want to solve a murder mystery while pretending to be a 16th-century playwright?. Fact: Did you know that Othello has been adapted into more works than any other Shakespeare play? Apparently, jealousy just never goes out of style!.
• Headline: Rex Tillerson, Exxon C.E.O., Chosen as Secretary of State. Impact: Tillerson's appointment was the butterfly that flapped its wings and sent shockwaves through the energy sector, leading to the rise of energy lobbyists who now operate like they're the wizards of Oz behind the political curtain. Just remember, 'The Wizard' is also a CEO.. Fact: Did you know that being 'cozy' with Putin could one day be a job requirement? It’s like a twisted version of 'Who Wants to be a Millionaire?'.
• Headline: Alabama Prosecutor Sets the Penalties and Fills the Coffers. Impact: This prosecutor’s tight grip on the justice system led to a bizarre trend where cities across America started auctioning off legal judgments like they were used cars. Who knew justice could come with a price tag?. Fact: Did you know that some people end up paying more for a parking ticket than for a movie ticket? Welcome to the justice system!.