Robin Williams: ‘Politicians Should Wear Sponsor Jackets’ Like NASCAR Drivers …
A long-circulating joke about politicians wearing “sponsor jackets” was attributed to comedian and actor Robin Williams in a viral tweet.
January 2023
John Deere and ‘Right to Repair,’ Explained
News about farmers achieving the “right to repair” John Deere equipment lacked important context about the limitations of a voluntary agreement.
George Santos Hand Gesture
House freshman Rep.-elect George Santos (R) appeared to use a white supremacist hand signal during a vote for House Speaker.
‘To Catch a Predator’ Texas DA Tweet
In early January 2023, social media interest in To Catch a Predator and its purported final episode spiked.
‘Dead Pope Hammer’
The death of former Pope Benedict XVI led to claims a “dead pope hammer” was necessarily deployed as part of the Catholic Church’s traditions.
Who Had the Metal Detectors Removed From the Capitol?
The detectors were taken off the floor before a new House Speaker was elected.