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HEADLINES ON October 12, 2019
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- Headline: Le Carré's Sharp Critique of Brexit. Impact: Le Carré's novel might have inspired an entire generation of authors to take aim at politicians, leading to an alternate reality where politicians are actually competent because they fear the wrath of fictional characters.. Fact: Fun fact: The only thing more twisted than a le Carré plot is the British political system itself..
- Headline: Comey Calls for Trump's Presidency End. Impact: Comey's desire to end the Trump presidency may have inadvertently inspired countless memes, leading to a cultural revolution where FBI directors are treated like rock stars instead of bureaucrats.. Fact: Did you know that Comey’s book sales skyrocketed post-presidency? It seems political drama pays better than actual drama!.
- Headline: Why Won’t Anyone Buy the Most Famous Wedding Chapel in Las Vegas?. Impact: The decline of the famous Las Vegas wedding chapel could lead to a future where people opt for virtual weddings, resulting in a generation of individuals who don’t know what 'commitment' really means.. Fact: Did you know that 'chapel' is derived from the Latin word 'cappa', which means 'cape'? So, essentially, weddings are just capes for commitment issues..
- Headline: ‘The Beacon Has Gone Out’: What Trump and Giuliani Have Wrought. Impact: The beacon of democracy has dimmed, but on the bright side, it sparked a whole new genre of dystopian literature. Thanks, Rudy!. Fact: Fun fact: The only thing dimmer than that beacon is the collective IQ of anyone who still believes in the integrity of the system..