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So here are this week's top three posts, as endorsed by you via the recommend feature, or as indicated by the level of talk going on in the comments...
Did You Receive Voting Information in the Mail?
We asked, and you told us. Because, you know, there was like this election-voting thingy this week, and like only 15% of the registered voters turned out to vote, and then afterwards some people said "I didn't get my little pamphlet in the mail!" (including Secretary of State Debra Bowen).
Suicidal Naked (and Defecating) Man on Cross Keeps Officials at Bay for 7 Hours*
Last weekend, a naked man climbed up on the cross of the West Bethel Presbyterian Church in Los Angeles. He hung out up there for 7 hours, pooped, smeared the poop, and eventually came down. Later, a witness said the man was protesting Christianity, and had stripped while on the cross. He will be charged with a felony for defacing a church.
How Come You Don't Vote in Local Elections?
Ask a stupid question... Okay, seriously, why don't you? We heard a lot of "one vote doesn't make a difference" and "Why bother?" along with the sort of shoulder-shrugging that comes when local politicos run unopposed. Also, not knowing where to get reliable information about candidates and measures (really?) along with not being able to leave work were some reasons excuses offered. Well, the 85% of you who could have voted, realize now you have no right to complain when you don't like what happens in your neighborhood or city!