Teenagers prefer entertainment over news! I wish I worked at Northwestern University, so I could conduct studies which conclude that “teenagers find online news troubling and a reminder of the world’s dangers. Meanwhile, time spent on YouTube or social networking and music downloading sites is a treat.” In related news, “O” is for “obvious.” Also possibly for “oblivious.” Somebody had to do research to make that determination? I find news sites way less stressful than social networks, probably because I’m too shy about my appearance to upload my photo or share any information about myself. (I use David Duchovny’s headshot and bio, circa 1996. Deal with it.) Hey, teens: If the news makes you jumpy, switch over to Facebook. The way the world is going, we may have to bring back the draft. Wouldn’t want you guys to find out, get all stressed and protest or anything. Ignorance is strength. War is peace. Ten-hut! —Posted by David Gianatasio

January 22, 2008 in Gianatasio | Permalink

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Yeah. Poor you. Your job is pretty tough there, sitting around and shitting on everything and it doesn't even matter if you're not even funny.

Posted by: That'sPersonal | Jan 22, 2008 10:45:08 AM

haha, and the ironic thing is...you go over to Facebook, you get a pretty good helping about news. The way that site is run now, you get all kinds of information involuntarily thrown down your throat. It's mostly annoying, but there are some useful gems that help keep people up to date on the world.

Posted by: FaceHooked | Jan 22, 2008 11:40:04 AM

The teen in the picture with the hawaiian shirt:

is he hiding a grin, a grimace or all his knowledge behind that whispering hand?

Posted by: | Jan 22, 2008 1:11:20 PM

Who cares? Eventually kids grow up and if they're not too stoned, they're gonna care about news again. And if they don't, big fucking deal. Politics is a game for those who pay attention, all the ones bitching about how all the politicians are the same should not even bother voting.

Posted by: Bobby | Jan 22, 2008 1:35:02 PM

That's Personal hit the nail on the head -- not funny, like all your other miserable posts.

Posted by: Dallas Star | Jan 22, 2008 9:26:40 PM

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