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HEADLINES ON March 2, 2018
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- Headline: Chaos in the Oval Office Under Trump. Impact: If Trump had just stuck to being a reality TV star, we might have a world where everyone is engaged in a never-ending debate about whether pineapple belongs on pizza instead of the chaos of the Oval Office. Thanks, reality television!. Fact: Did you know that John F. Kelly's comment about divine punishment was probably the most relatable thing said in the White House that year? Who knew politics could sound like a bad sitcom?.
- Headline: Pinker on Optimism in Modern Society. Impact: Pinker’s relentless optimism might have caused a ripple effect where people start believing that world peace is just a few Instagram likes away. Spoiler: it’s not.. Fact: Did you know that Steven Pinker has been known to make even the most pessimistic person reconsider their life choices? It's like a motivational speaker but with a PhD..
- Headline: Why It’s So Hard to Invest With a Social Conscience. Impact: The struggle to invest with a social conscience may have led to a secret underground market where investors trade guilt-free stocks like they were Pokémon cards. Gotta catch 'em all, ethically!. Fact: Did you know that trying to invest ethically is like trying to eat healthy at a fast food restaurant? Good luck with that!.
- Headline: The Woody Allen Reboot You Won’t See at the Oscars (or Maybe Anywhere). Impact: This quirky reboot could spark a trend where all classics are remade by seniors, leading to a resurgence of wisdom in cinema. Imagine 'The Godfather' starring your grandpa!. Fact: Did you know that the only thing more surprising than a Woody Allen reboot is the fact that people still want to watch Woody Allen films? Talk about a plot twist!.