satire
Politicians provide us with all of the comedy gold. We're only mere curators.
Kelloseppä. Top Story - January 2025.
Time was a thing Toivo Virtanen understood—not as young men did, as an endless river of possibility rushing forward, but as an old man does—something slipping through the cracks in his arthritic fingers, slow and relentless.
By L.K. Rolan11 months ago in The Swamp
The Ethicist - If Donald Trump Does Something I Agree With, Do I Need to Change My Stance on that Issue?
Dear Ethicist, My father worked for a small, unprestigious government agency, and often talked of the absenteeism, favoritism, and corruption that was rife amongst the middle management there.
By Scott Christenson🌴11 months ago in The Swamp
The Nameless Mountain
There’s this metaphorical mountain that exists in life and it stands nameless. This mountain has not yet had anyone strike a flag into its worthy peak, though countless figures have laboured up its slippery slopes. The two faces of this mountain, while subdivisible into infinite variations, can largely be classified under the two distinctions of Infatuation and Disdain. These slopes are dripping in that oh so human catalyst to losing control called passion. And how miserable it is to sit at the bottom of this mountain, void of meaning and limp. However, the closer you are to the top, the less time it takes to scale a lateral 360 around this mountain, quickly pivoting from the face of Disdain to Infatuation.
By Wencer Spoods12 months ago in The Swamp
Welcome to Canada!
Congratulations! Welcome to Canada! We are so glad that you have decided to make this momentous decision at a point in history when the relationship between our two nations has never been so fraught and awkward. We are beyond pleased that you have chosen us for your next step towards real independence and self-direction. This is a simple guide to show you which steps to follow as you become a part of the fabric of the Great White North.
By Kendall Defoe 12 months ago in The Swamp
Women's Work Hidden by Patriarchy and Capitalism: Honoring Historical Craftsmanship Contributions
We exist in a time when the gender pay gap is expanding. Recent studies indicate that women earn less than men, and the pandemic has exacerbated the pay gap in various nations. This disparity continues because there are fewer women in high-paying leadership roles and because women predominantly work in lower-paying industries. Yet, there are even more subtle and harsh reasons contributing to the gender pay gap. Historically, women’s work has been undervalued, resulting in unequal pay for comparable jobs between genders. Although this practice is gradually decreasing, it still exists.
By Hridya Sharmaabout a year ago in The Swamp
How Money Affects Sports: Understanding Global Capitalism
As the world changed, the various nations became more interconnected and open to the world market. In its commotion, globalization was crucial to the emergence of a capitalist market. Many people see global capitalism as a free and linked economic system that fosters innovation, eases cross-cultural interactions, generates employment in developing countries, and provides consumers with reasonably priced goods. The popularity of globally renowned sports celebrities, commercial enterprises, and global communication media all had an impact on the 20th century's globalization of modern sport. Through sponsorships, endorsements, and broadcasting, businesses can reach a worldwide consumer base. In this piece, I'll examine how globalization, capitalism, and sports history relate to competitive sports.
By Hridya Sharmaabout a year ago in The Swamp
Sticky Fingers, Silent Night!. Content Warning.
“Goddammit’,” Mr. McBride growled with a frown. He brake checked the man in the silver impala who refused to slow down. He glared at the store with the ugly blue awning. A smile curled around his lips, when he thought of the corporate greed he'd be conning.
By L.K. Rolanabout a year ago in The Swamp
