People seem surprised that the English-accented beheader previously dubbed “Jihadi John” is an educated guy, a computer-programming major from a British university. You, long-time readers of the Gormogons, are of course not in the least. First, you know the Muslim Brotherhood … Continue reading →
The Chicago primaries were yesterday, with a couple of interesting outcomes. One is fascinating the nation, justifiably. The other is no less important, but is missing from most radar screens. First and foremost, incumbent mayor Rahm Emanuel—chief of staff under … Continue reading →
It’s always worth having the context and measure of reality. Collecting a few numbers and statistics really can provide this. I give you an interesting take on police incidents: GorTGorT is an eight-foot-tall robot from the 51ˢᵗ Century who … Continue reading →
Did you watch the AKC dog show last night? The Czar and his family did! This was the 139th annual dog show, based on the age of the judges. What a great event to watch, as a bunch of matronly … Continue reading →
Operative BJ worries: Your Magnificence, This lowly one comes before you to ask a simple question: should Americans be required to have a single federal government-issued identification number that, when stolen or misused, can destroy their lives? The federal government … Continue reading →
With Boston buried under thirty-feet of snow and volcanic ash, and New York not far behind, the Czar has already spotted the increasingly useless media interrupting soft-promos for shows on their respective networks and Democratic-party talking points with bizarre attempts … Continue reading →
I find it interesting how broadly the Pope’s statements get interpreted, bent, twisted and otherwise spun. There have been instances surrounding his statements on gay marriage and now there is a thread starting with his latest comments on the acceptance … Continue reading →
Apparently, the 2016 NASA budget involves sending a probe to the Galilean moon of Europa. Because of its frozen oceans, it has been speculated that organic material maybe present, and by extension, the conditions for (unintelligent) life to exist, and … Continue reading →
‘Puter read with interest this letter to the editor, published in the Albany Times-Union yesterday. In it, seven past New York State Teachers of the Year address Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s proposed education reforms. One would think that New York State … Continue reading →
‘Puter’s boss is one of the sharpest men (in all senses) ‘Puter has ever known. He is savvy, tough, sharp-elbowed, thorough, driven and demanding. He is also introspective, merciful and kind. ‘Puter’s boss is also a registered Democrat.* Imagine ‘Puter’s … Continue reading →
All right—long-time readers here knew this was coming. And from whom. This story is slowly climbing its way to the top, so the Czar will not go into too much detail. However, for the sake of due diligence, know that … Continue reading →
Your Majesty, Gasoline is down to $2.00/gal in some places, and drivers are finally able to afford to drive to work. But the price could soon go up, and it won’t be because oil is scarce. As it turns out, … Continue reading →
