A False Flag Operation

For John, BLUF:  The big problem is we can't outlaw stupid, on any side.  Perhaps, if we honored and knew our history we could put some of this stuff on the shelf and mark those who took it down as just plain stupid.  Nothing to see here; just move along.

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Nation's Liberals Devastated After Learning Hate Crime Didn't Actually Happen

Yes, it is The Babylon Bee, from 18 February 2019.

Here is the lede plus three:

U.S.—The nation’s liberals were struck by a devastating blow this week after finding out a hate crime, reported by Empire actor Jussie Smollet, didn’t actually happen.

“I needed this to be true,” said liberal columnist Hanna Spalding.  “When I first heard the news of this attack, I was filled with so much hope. I felt so validated.  Then that was taken away.  Now I just want to cry into my pillow.”

The attack had been called “a modern-day lynching” by democratic presidential candidate Cory Booker but after Chicago police reported that the “trajectory of the investigation” into Smollet’s story had shifted, Smollet was stripped of his victim status.  Booker became irate, phoning the Chicago police chief and shouting repeatedly, “Check it again!  CHECK IT AGAIN!”

After some deep breathing exercises, Booker spoke with reporters.  “How are we supposed to intentionally turn the nation against each other and exploit these divisions for political power if people won’t commit a simple hate crime once in a while?”

It is satire, but it reflects our not moving on.  How are we going to agree with reparations if we don't have someone who can say it is done, it is satisfied?  And we don't.  I would agree to "reparations" if that would pay the bill due.  But who has the moral authority to sign off on a reparations package?

Hat tip to the InstaPundit.

Regards  —  Cliff