Snark: to annoy or irritate

"Snark" has been in English language dictionaries since at least 1906, and Lewis Carroll used the word to describe a mythological animal in his poem, The Hunting of the Snark (1874). Most recently, the word has come to characterize snappish, sarcastic, or mean-spirited comments or actions directed at those who annoy or irritate us.

At first, this blog was just going be a place to gripe, but because it's more satisfying to take action than it is to merely complain, now most of the posts/reposts suggest ways to get involved in solving problems.


Thursday, December 30, 2010

The Year of Living Shamelessly


A year's-end message from People for the American Way:

As I reflect on the work we accomplished this year, there’s no denying that 2010 has been a year to remember. That’s why the timing couldn’t be more perfect for a new e-book by satirist Paul Slansky, The Year of Living Shamelessly: Political Lowlights of 2010

A portion of proceeds from the book will go to People For the American Way, making it a great last minute holiday gift that will support our efforts to fight the most radically right-wing Congress that will convene in Washington in just a few weeks. You can easily send copies as gifts via email through the website.

The Year of Living Shamelessly guides readers through a remarkable year in American politics and the unforgettable personalities that drove it. Some highlights include:
  • the congressional candidate who moonlighted as a Nazi reenactor;
  • the lieutenant governor who compared food stamps for the needy to “feeding stray animals”;
  • the Senate candidate who ran away from a press conference;
  • and the former president who said he missed “being pampered.”

Click here to purchase book, priced at only $3.99.  Thank you for your support of People For the American Way--I wish you and yours a happy and healthy holiday season, and all the best in the coming New Year.

Best,

Ben Betz, Online Communications Manager

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