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February 9, 2013

The "Storm of the Century" As Usual

As few as ten years ago, a snowfall this size would occasion nothing more than a radio announcement, “Alternate side parking suspended tomorrow.”

Now we have salaried, pensioned, probably sober government officials running to the microphone before inclement weather telling us to “dress in layers.” Put on a sweater, I’m cold. Nanny-in-Chief Mike Bloomberg solemnly warned, “Do not go out. You might slip and fall in traffic.” I wish I were kidding. -- Historic Storm Nemo Etc. Crucial Photographic Updates | William M. Briggs

Posted by gerardvanderleun at February 9, 2013 10:39 AM. This is an entry on the sideblog of American Digest: Check it out.

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