January 22, 2026

Above, INXS performs, I Send a Message. Have you sent a message to your representatives and senators?

America, America summarizes Vulgarmort in Davos.

Adventus reminds us that so far we've never removed a president. So far.

Tell Me A Story suggests we keep an eye on September 20.

Cassandra's Grandson is thinking about what Greenland might become.

Bonus Track: Just An Earth-Bound Misfit, I reminds us that the swallows still return to San Juan Capistrano. Heh.

Round-up by Tengrain who blogs at Mock, Paper, Scissors. You can follow Tengrain on the Fediverse, or on BlueSky. Send tips, requests, and suggestions to mbru@crooksandliars.com (with For MBRU in the subject line).

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